Business Development Associate Internship – Path to Full‑Time

About the role

This 3‑month internship is designed for fresh graduates who want to start a career in business development within a digital marketing agency. High performers may be offered a full‑time Business Development Associate position after the internship.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and researching potential clients that match the agency’s target profile.
• Support the team in drafting and refining sales proposals and pitches.
• Conduct market research to uncover industry trends and new opportunities.
• Help maintain and update the lead pipeline and outreach tracker.
• Learn to communicate value propositions and handle client conversations professionally.
• Support contract negotiations and client onboarding under supervision.

What you will learn

• Client acquisition strategies and sales pitching fundamentals.
• Market research techniques and lead generation methods.
• Pipeline management and outreach tracking.
• Real‑world business growth practices in a digital marketing environment.
• Basics of contract negotiation and client onboarding.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree completed (Business, Marketing or related field preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Self‑motivated with genuine interest in sales and business development.
• Comfortable working with targets and taking initiative.
• No prior professional experience required.