Business Development Intern | Paid Internship | Propel (an upGrad Company)

About Propel

Propel, an upGrad Company, works at the intersection of education and industry — building institutional partnerships that connect students and universities with meaningful career and learning opportunities. As we scale our outreach efforts, we're looking for driven interns who are excited to be part of a fast-paced sales and partnerships workplace.

? Location: Gurgaon (Only candidates currently based in Gurgaon should apply)

?️ Duration: 3–6 Months

? Stipend: Paid Internship

? Work Mode: In-office, full-time during internship period

About the Role

As a Business Development Intern, you'll be at the frontline of Propel's institutional partnerships strategy. You'll work directly with the Sales & Partnerships team to identify, connect with, and build relationships with senior stakeholders across colleges and universities — playing a key role in expanding Propel's institutional network.

Key Responsibilities

- Identify and connect with senior stakeholders (Deans, Placement Heads, Directors) at colleges and universities
- Support end-to-end institutional partnership initiatives, from outreach to relationship management
- Generate, qualify, and follow up on business leads through calls, emails,



and meetings
- Maintain accurate records of outreach and lead status using CRM/tracking tools
- Collaborate closely with the Sales & Partnerships team on pitch preparation and follow-ups
- Assist in market research to identify new institutional partnership opportunities
- Participate in review discussions and share updates on pipeline progress

Who Can Apply
- Fresh graduates or final-year students (any stream)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English & Hindi
- Strong interest in Sales, Business Development, or Institutional Partnerships
- Comfortable with cold outreach and stakeholder conversations
- Self-starter with good organizational and follow-up skills
- Must be currently based in Gurgaon and available to work in-office

What You'll Gain
- Direct mentorship from the Sales & Partnerships leadership team
- Real-world experience engaging with senior decision-makers in the education sector
- Exposure to the full sales cycle — from lead generation to partnership closure
- A certificate of completion and a strong recommendation for top performers
- ? Potential for a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) based on performance

📌 Business Development Intern (Gurugram)
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