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About IET IndiaThe Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) works to engineer a better world. The IET office started operations in India in 2006, in Bangalore. Our vision is to become the most relevant and therefore the most preferred institution for engineering and technology professionals in India. Our strategy is to be a key influencer in academia, industry and government to impact standards, innovation and policy to help create a future-ready engineering workforce and solve societal challenges of national importance. We will do this by offering global expertise, best practices and quality assurance and a neutral platform that brings together world-class stakeholders to create roadmaps that deliver sustainable solutions for the future. About the RoleIf you are a driven, results-focused individual with a passion for growth and relationship building, our Business Development Internship offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.In this dynamic role, you will work closely with our sales and customer engagement teams to help expand business opportunities while providing timely, value-driven solutions to prospective and new members. You will support lead generation and follow-up efforts, nurture relationships, convert prospects into active members, and contribute to strategic marketing initiatives that drive overall business growth.Responsibilities:About the job: Selected executive's day-to-day responsibilities include:Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound calls.Manage the email account to promptly address the queries, respond over email or calls promptlyConnecting the members/ potential members with the relevant business development department or customer engagement team for further actionCreate and update the leads tracker and lead to closure on all the leads generatedHelp them understand about the product, answer their questions, and suggest how our product could help them.Follow up with all prospects promptly and close sales.Document all pertinent customer information and conversations in the CRM system.Conduct onboarding calls with new members to explain key program benefits and support the initial build-out of their profile.Execute post-sales feedback and re-engagement calls to collect member feedback and evaluate satisfaction levels. Achieve the given targets.Marketing Support:Track and analyse the performance of marketing campaigns across different channels.Use the leads generated through the campaigns for conversion into membersAssist with administrative tasks related to marketing and sales activities.Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in B2C marketing and sales.Training: The required training will be provided by the IET team in order to fulfil the outlined roles and responsibilities. Qualifications:Any GraduateCommunication Skills: You should have excellent verbal communication skills with a clear and confident voice. You should also be a good listener and be able to understand the prospect's needs and challenges.Persistence: Cold calling often involves rejection, so it's important to be persistent and not give up easily.Product Knowledge: You need to have a deep understanding of IET India's offerings and how they benefit potential customers. This will allow you to answer questions effectively and tailor your pitch to their specific needs.Relationship Building: The goal of a cold call isn't just to make a sale, but to build a relationship with the prospect. Be friendly, and professional, and show genuine interest in their business.Following a Script: Having a strong script can help you stay focused and ensure you cover all the important points during your call. However, you should also be able to adapt the script to the conversation and avoid sounding robotic.Handling Objections: Be prepared for objections and have responses ready to address them. Focus on the benefits of your product or service and how it can solve the prospect's problems.What we offer:Gain valuable experience in B2C sales and marketing, working on real-world projects.Learn from industry professionals and contribute to the success of our marketing and sales efforts.Develop your communication, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Gain exposure to various marketing and sales tools and platforms.Flexible work schedule to accommodate your academic commitments.Competitive stipend of ₹25,000 per month.Workdays: Monday- Friday in IET Service India Bangalore Office (10am-6pm)To Apply:We encourage all passionate and motivated individuals to apply! You can apply through Linkedin or submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills to In your cover letter, we would love to hear:Why are you interested in marketing and sales?What skills and experiences do you bring that would be valuable to our team?We look forward to receiving your application!