International Business - Internship

ESP Engineered; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,480 - 66,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to international operations

Opportunity for full-time role

Hands-on project experience

Job summary

ESP Engineered is seeking motivated interns for the International Business Team in Dubai. This role offers hands-on exposure to global business operations and strategy in the chemical industry. Interns will work closely with senior leadership to identify new opportunities across the Middle East and Africa.

Responsibilities include conducting market research, managing CRM data, and supporting project management efforts. Candidates who excel may have the opportunity for full-time roles based on performance.

Qualifications

• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Excellent strategic and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct business development research.
• Perform market research and data analysis.
• Manage contact sourcing and CRM data.

Skills

Business development research

Market research and data interpretation

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Arabic

Project management

Job description

We are a specialty chemicals manufacturing company with a full stack solution from R&D to manufacturing and doorstep delivery of innovative chemicals. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India we cater to pharmaceutical, agrochemical, industrial chemicals, personal care, and home care industries.

Our B2B fulfillment platform supports businesses globally in developing and manufacturing chemicals from lab to commercial scale. With a team of in-house R&D experts and scientists, we offer custom synthesis and route scouting services to support manufacturers in product development.

We are VC backed - here is a read . We are 450+ people strong and have entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE and Indonesia. We are currently exporting to over 17 countries from India.

We are looking for dynamic and driven interns to join our International Business (IB) Team. This role offers hands‑on exposure to global business operations, strategy, and market development in the chemical industry. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to identify new opportunities, support business expansion, and execute high‑impact projects across the Middle East and Africa market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct business development research to identify potential customers, partners, and new market opportunities.
• Perform market research and data interpretation to analyze demand–supply trends, competitor activities, and emerging product segments.
• Manage contact sourcing, outreach, and CRM data organization to support lead generation and sales initiatives.
• Assist in project management, ensuring timely coordination between cross‑functional teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, including pricing insights, regional prioritization, and go‑to‑market planning.
• Support documentation, reporting, and presentation creation for business reviews and strategy discussions.

What We’re Looking For

• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn, with a strong ownership mindset.
• Excellent strategic and critical thinking skills, with the ability to connect insights to business outcomes.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, global, and data‑driven environment.
• Attention to detail, proactive approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Arabic (spoken and written) is preferred to support business activities across the Middle East and Africa region.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred, with willingness to travel locally as required.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to a startup's 0 to 1 journey.
• Work directly with global business leaders on live projects in the Middle East and Africa market.
• Gain exposure to international B2B operations, strategy execution, and business development.
• Build a strong foundation in market research, project management, and commercial strategy in one of the fastest‑growing global teams.
• Take ownership of high‑impact projects and develop skills that accelerate your professional growth.
• High‑performing interns will be considered for a full‑time opportunity based on individual performance.