Business Development Intern

About the role

A commercially minded student or recent graduate is asked to assist with market research, potential client identification and business development activities. The role focuses on understanding relevant industries, researching prospective clients and markets, identifying business opportunities and supporting sales follow-up. It offers practical exposure to business-to-business engagement and commercial research, with responsibilities tailored to the candidate's skills, interests and the organisation's priorities.

Key responsibilities

• Research potential clients, industries, markets and relevant organisations
• Identify potential projects, tenders, partnerships and new business opportunities
• Build and maintain records of prospective clients and opportunities
• Prepare introductory communications and sales follow-up materials
• Support follow-up on enquiries, proposals and prospective clients
• Research competitor offerings and market developments
• Help prepare capability statements, business presentations and proposal documentation
• Maintain business development reports and opportunity tracking systems
• Identify ways to improve lead management and sales follow-up processes
• Collaborate with team members on business development initiatives

Required profile

• Currently studying or recently graduated in Business, Marketing, Commerce, Business Development or a related discipline
• Interest in business-to-business sales and relationship development
• Self-motivated, attentive to detail and willing to learn

Required skills

• Strong research, communication and analytical skills
• Good written communication and professional correspondence
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases or CRM systems is an advantage

What you will gain

• Practical experience in market and client research
• Understanding of business development and sales support processes
• Experience preparing business development materials and maintaining opportunity records

The internship lasts three months, starts flexibly, and an internship fee may apply. To apply, send a CV and a brief cover letter covering your business interests, research or sales experience, availability and reasons for applying.