Business Development Intern

Duration: 1 Month
Stipend: ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 per month (Performance-Based)
Work Mode: Remote / Campus-Based
Experience: Freshers / Students / Recent Graduates

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic, proactive, and goal-oriented Business Development Interns to join our 1-month internship program at Cornixe. Interns will gain practical experience in lead generation, market research, client communication, sales support, customer relationship management, and business growth strategies.

During the internship, candidates will identify potential customers, research market opportunities, promote Cornixe's courses and programs, build professional relationships, and support the team in generating qualified leads and business conversions. Interns will also learn how to communicate with prospective customers, understand customer requirements, manage follow-ups, and contribute to business development activities under the guidance of mentors.

Key Responsibilities

Week 1 – Market Research & Lead Generation

- Research potential customers, target audiences, industries, and market opportunities.
- Identify prospective students, customers, colleges, and institutional partners.
- Generate qualified leads through networking, online research, college communities, and approved digital channels.
- Promote Cornixe's courses, training programs, and internship opportunities to relevant audiences.
- Maintain and update lead information in spreadsheets or CRM tools.
- Understand customer requirements and identify potential business opportunities.

Week 2 – Outreach & Customer Communication

- Contact prospective customers through approved email, telephone, WhatsApp, and social media channels.
- Introduce Cornixe's services, courses, and training programs to interested prospects.
- Prepare professional outreach messages, emails, and follow-up communications.
- Explain program features, benefits, eligibility, and other approved details.
- Respond to basic enquiries and coordinate with the team when additional information is required.
- Maintain records of communications, enquiries, and customer responses.

Week 3 – Relationship Management & Sales Support

- Follow up with interested prospects and support them throughout the enquiry process.
- Understand customer needs and recommend relevant programs based on approved information.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with prospective students, customers, and institutional contacts.




- Assist in arranging meetings, presentations, information sessions, and program demonstrations.
- Update lead status and track prospects through the business development pipeline.
- Coordinate with marketing and internal teams to improve lead quality and customer engagement.
- Identify common customer concerns and share feedback with the team.

Week 4 – Business Conversion & Final Report

- Follow up with qualified leads and support the conversion of enquiries into registrations or sales.
- Assist in coordinating promotional campaigns and business development initiatives.
- Track lead generation, follow-up activity, enquiry responses, and conversion outcomes.
- Analyze weekly performance and identify opportunities to improve outreach effectiveness.
- Prepare a final business development report summarizing activities, results, and recommendations.
- Present key learnings, customer insights, and proposed strategies to mentors for evaluation.

Performance & Stipend

The stipend will range from ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 per month, based on individual performance, lead quality, communication skills, business development contributions, task completion, and achievement of assigned targets.

Stipend eligibility and the final amount will be determined according to the organization's communicated evaluation criteria. The applicable stipend terms, performance metrics, and payment conditions will be shared with candidates before the internship begins.

What You Will Gain

- Hands-on experience in business development and sales support.
- Practical knowledge of lead generation and prospect research.
- Experience in customer communication and skilled outreach.
- Exposure to sales pipelines, follow-up strategies, and customer relationship management.
- Understanding of customer needs, market trends, and business opportunities.
- Experience promoting educational programs, courses, and professional training services.
- Working knowledge of spreadsheets and CRM tools for lead management.
- Skills in negotiation fundamentals, presentation, and relationship building.




- Experience tracking business performance and preparing reports.
- Teamwork, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- An opportunity to strengthen your business development portfolio and resume.
- Internship Completion Certificate upon successful completion of the program requirements.

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the internship, interns will receive an Internship Completion Certificate issued by Cornixe, subject to completion of the assigned tasks, business development activities, reporting requirements, and other program requirements.

Who Can Apply?

- College students pursuing BBA, MBA, B.Com, marketing, management, commerce, or related courses.
- Recent graduates and freshers interested in business development, sales, and customer relationship management.
- Candidates interested in lead generation, market research, sales, and business growth.
- Students with good communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
- Candidates comfortable using email, WhatsApp, spreadsheets, and social media platforms.
- Individuals with confidence, initiative, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn.
- Candidates interested in interacting with prospective customers and building professional relationships.
- Beginners who want practical exposure to business development and sales processes.

Important

This is a performance-based internship. Stipend eligibility and amount will depend on the applicable performance criteria, assigned responsibilities, quality of leads, business development contributions, and achievement of communicated targets.

Candidates are expected to complete assigned tasks within the specified timelines, maintain accurate lead records, communicate professionally, follow approved outreach practices, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and improve.

All outreach and promotional activities must follow applicable privacy requirements, anti-spam rules, platform policies, and organizational guidelines. Interns must provide accurate information about Cornixe's programs and must not make unauthorized promises regarding employment, placements, earnings, or other outcomes.

Apply now to gain practical experience in lead generation, sales support, customer relationship management, and business growth strategies, and take the next step toward your business development career with Cornixe.

Pay: ₹8,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Work from home

Work Location: Remote

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