Business Development Intern at Software Merchant Inc

About the role

Software Merchant Inc. is a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge software solutions and digital transformation services. We empower businesses to streamline operations, enhance digital presence, and scale efficiently.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Intern, you will work closely with our executive and sales teams to identify new market opportunities, generate high-quality leads, and support the expansion of our client portfolio. You will gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced tech industry and master the fundamentals of the modern sales cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Research: Identify potential clients, industry trends, and key decision-makers within target sectors.
• Lead Generation: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospects through cold outreach, LinkedIn networking, and email campaigns.
• Inbound/Outbound Execution: Assist in crafting compelling outreach messaging and follow up with inbound inquiries.
• CRM Management: Keep our CRM database clean and up-to-date by tracking user interactions, leads, and deal progress.
• Sales Support: Assist in preparing pitch decks, proposals, and marketing collateral for client presentations.
• Feedback Loop: Participate in weekly strategy meetings to share market insights and brainstorm new outreach tactics.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport.
• Tech-Savvy: Strong interest in software products and tech industry trends. Familiarity with CRMs (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) or LinkedIn Sales Navigator is a plus.
• Mindset: Highly self-motivated, resilient, and comfortable navigating an ambiguous startup or growth environment.
• Organization: Strong time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple prospecting tracks simultaneously.

What’s in It for You?

• Mentorship: Direct mentorship from seasoned sales leaders and tech entrepreneurs.
• Real Impact: Your contributions will directly influence the company’s growth trajectory.
• Skill Development: Master critical skills in sales, enterprise communication, and market analysis.
• Career Growth: Potential for a full-time offer upon successful completion of the internship.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief paragraph explaining why they want to join Software Merchant Inc. to Manju.nair@softwaremerchant.com with the subject line "Business Development Intern Application - [Your Name]".