Business Development Intern at Careers Verified

At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined client’s issues, we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary line of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market. We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation etc. to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem solving approach and proven track record in our practice area combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Intern

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Internship

Description 

• We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Business Development Intern to join our dynamic team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business growth strategies, client relationship management, and market research. As a Business Development Intern, you will contribute to our organization’s success by identifying opportunities, building partnerships, and driving growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Research: Conduct research to identify potential markets, industries, and clients. Analyze market trends and provide actionable insights.
• Lead Generation: Identify and qualify new business opportunities through networking, online research, and outreach campaigns.
• Client Interaction: Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners through meetings, emails, and follow-ups.
• Proposal Development: Support the preparation of business proposals, presentations, and pitches for prospective clients.
• Data Analysis: Track and analyze performance metrics to measure the success of business development initiatives.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the team to develop and implement strategies to achieve business goals.
• Administrative Tasks: Assist in maintaining CRM databases, managing documentation, and organizing team meetings.
• Team Support: Work closely with sales, marketing, and other departments to align goals and ensure a smooth workflow.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. (Recent graduates are also welcome to apply.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) is a plus.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: recruitment@careersverified.net using the job title as the subject of the mail.