Intern _Sales & Business Development

Role Purpose [Why this role exists/ Business Problems This Role Will Solve] (2–4 lines defining business purpose):

• Support the Sales Business Development team in identifying new business opportunities, generating leads, and expanding customer reach across banking, fintech, and enterprise segments.
• Assist in market research, customer engagement, and sales pipeline management to contribute towards business growth and customer acquisition.
  
  

Critical Skills Required:

• Must-Have Functional Skills
  
  

Critical Skills Required

Skill

Required Level

Communication Skills

Intermediate

Lead Generation Prospecting

Basic

Market Research Data Analysis

Basic

Microsoft Excel PowerPoint

Intermediate

Presentation Reporting Skills

Basic

CRM/Data Management

Basic

• Transferable/ Trainable Skills
• Customer Relationship Management
• Business Development Techniques
• Negotiation Persuasion Skills
• B2B Sales Fundamentals
• Time Management Prioritization
• Professional Email Business Communication
  
  

Major Areas Of Contribution:

• Strategic Contribution:
• Conduct market research to identify potential customers, industries, and growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain prospect databases for sales campaigns.
• Support competitive analysis and industry trend tracking.
• Assist in identifying potential partnerships and business opportunities.
• Functional Contribution:
• Generate and qualify leads through LinkedIn, online platforms, referrals, and research databases.
• Schedule meetings and coordinate interactions with prospective customers.
• Support preparation of presentations, proposals, and sales documentation.
• Maintain CRM records and sales activity trackers.
• Assist the sales team in customer follow-ups and pipeline management.
• Prepare weekly and monthly business development reports.
  
  

Success Indicators in First 6 Months

• Successful creation and maintenance of a quality lead database.
• Consistent support in lead generation and appointment setting activities.
• Accurate CRM and sales pipeline updates.
• Timely completion of assigned market research projects.
• Positive feedback from sales team members and stakeholders.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Background

• Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, Management, or related disciplines.
• Strong interest in Sales, Business Development, and Customer Relationship Management.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Self-driven, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Growth opportunity for this role

• Exposure to B2B sales and enterprise customer engagement.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior sales and business leaders.
• Hands-on learning in fintech, digital identity, and technology solutions.
• Potential opportunity for Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) based on performance.
• Career progression into Executive – Sales Business Development roles.
  
  

Compensation:

• Internship Stipend: 10,000 pm
• Duration: 3 to 6 Months.
• Mode: On-site.
  
  

Qualifications

Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, Management, or related disciplines.