Business Development Intern

Gopafy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend ₹6,000

Incentives

Certificate of Internship

Potential full-time

Job summary

Gopafy, Bengaluru based tech company, is seeking an energetic Business Development Intern to join the founder & CEO. You will gain hands-on experience in lead generation, client acquisition, sales strategy, and relationship management in a fast-growing startup environment.

This remote internship offers exposure to real B2B sales, CRM usage, franchise expansion, and the chance to contribute to the growth of the business while working with an ambitious team.

Qualifications

• Freshers or up to 1 year of experience welcome.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident speaking with clients and business owners.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Basic understanding of sales and business development concepts.

Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify business leads through online and offline channels.
• Research potential clients, startups, agencies, and SMEs.
• Build targeted prospect lists for business development activities.
• Support the CEO during client meetings and business presentations.
• Prepare sales proposals, presentations, and business documents.
• Maintain and update CRM records with accurate lead information.
• Follow up with prospects and schedule client meetings.
• Represent Gopafy at business expos, networking events, and exhibitions.
• Coordinate with marketing and operations teams to generate qualified leads.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Assist in franchise partner outreach and onboarding activities.

Skills

Lead generation

CRM management

Client acquisition

Sales prospecting

Cold calling

Relationship management

Negotiation

Time management

Education

BBA

BBM/BMS

B.Com

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Remote

Fresher / 0–1 Year

About the Role

Gopafy is a fast-growing premium technology company based in Bengaluru, delivering custom Websites, Mobile Applications, SEO, Social Media Marketing, SaaS Products, and Digital Business Solutions. Alongside our agency services, we are expanding our StartBusinezz B2B2C franchise ecosystem to empower businesses across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.We are looking for an energetic and ambitious Business Development Intern to work directly with our Founder & CEO. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain real-world experience in business development, lead generation, client acquisition, sales strategy, and relationship management. You will actively contribute to expanding our customer base, generating qualified leads, supporting sales pitches, and driving business growth.If you enjoy interacting with people, building relationships, and learning how high-value B2B sales work in a startup environment, this internship is designed for you.

Eligibility Criteria

• BBA
• BBM/BMS
• B.Com
• Immediate Joiner

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify business leads through online and offline channels
• Research potential clients, startups, agencies, and SMEs
• Build targeted prospect lists for business development activities
• Support the CEO during client meetings and business presentations
• Prepare sales proposals, presentations, and business documents
• Maintain and update CRM records with accurate lead information
• Follow up with prospects and schedule client meetings
• Represent Gopafy at business expos, networking events, and exhibitions
• Coordinate with marketing and operations teams to generate qualified leads
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions
• Assist in franchise partner outreach and onboarding activities
• Track sales pipeline progress and prepare business reports
• Support business expansion initiatives across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients
• Take ownership of assigned business development projects

What We're Looking For

• Freshers or candidates with up to 1 year of experience are welcome
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confident speaking with clients and business owners
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Basic understanding of sales and business development concepts
• Ability to generate and qualify business leads
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and CRM tools
• Self-motivated with a strong willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving mindset with a positive attitude
• Regional language skills such as Kannada or Telugu are an added advantage
• Flexible enough to travel for client meetings and business events when required

Tools & Skills Required

Business Development B2B Sales Lead Generation Client Acquisition Lead Qualification Sales Prospecting Cold Calling CRM Management Relationship Management Business Communication Negotiation Skills Presentation Skills Market Research Sales Funnel Management Pipeline Management Microsoft Excel Google Sheets Microsoft PowerPoint Email Communication Follow-up Management Networking Problem Solving Time Management Team Collaboration Customer Relationship Management

What We Offer

Fixed monthly stipend of ₹6,000 throughout the internship

Performance-based monthly incentives

Work directly with the Founder & CEO

Gain hands‑on experience in real B2B sales and business development

Exposure to startup growth, client acquisition, and franchise expansion

Build a strong professional network with founders and business owners

Hands‑on learning in CRM, sales strategy, and lead management

Fast‑paced startup environment with continuous learning

Certificate of Internship upon successful completion

Internship duration of 6 months

Opportunity for full‑time employment based on performance

About Gopafy

Gopafy is a product‑based company focused on building impactful digital solutions. Along with our in‑house products, we provide services including Social Media Marketing, Website Development, SaaS Development, and SEO. We've successfully delivered projects across Karnataka and are actively working with clients from other states.