Business Development Intern, Education (EdTech)

Tarcaz AI; Indore District; On-site; INR 111,600 - 167,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct mentorship from experienced professionals

Exposure to B2B sales cycle

Hands-on consultative selling experience

Job summary

An innovative technology company in Indore is offering a Business Development Intern position in the EdTech sector. This internship focuses on sales and market strategy, providing hands-on experience in client engagement and software sales. The ideal candidate will conduct market research and assist the team in communicating with educational institutions. Candidates should be pursuing a relevant degree, possess strong communication skills, and have a proactive approach. This internship has a high potential for a full-time role upon successful completion.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields.
• Demonstrated interest in EdTech, Software, or AI.
• Excellent English communication skills; Hindi proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on schools and decision-makers in the Indore region.
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings.
• Document findings to refine outreach strategies.
• Qualify leads through screening calls or emails.
• Assist in creating sales materials tailored to education.
• Manage communication schedules and set up meetings.
• Accompany Business Development Executives on client visits.
• Receive feedback on communication and sales strategies.
• Log activities and manage leads using CRM.
• Track KPIs and prepare weekly reports on activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Basic Microsoft Office skills

Proactiveness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Business Development Intern, Education (EdTech)

Sales and Business Development

3-6 months internship

Internship

About the Role

Join our Business Development team to gain hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Education Technology (EdTech). This internship is designed for highly motivated individuals interested in software sales, market strategy, and direct client engagement within the K-12 and Higher Education sectors. The intern will directly support the BDEs covering the Indore region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research on target schools, educational trusts, and key decision-makers (e.g., Principals, Directors) in the Indore region
• Analyze current market trends, competitor offerings, and government policies related to educational technology adoption
• Document findings to help the BD team refine regional outreach strategies and product positioning
• Qualify leads by performing initial screening calls or emails to gather information on the institution's tech needs, budget, and purchasing timeline
• Assist in creating and customizing introductory pitch decks, brochures, and sales enablement materials focused on the education sector
• Support the BD team in managing communication schedules and setting up initial introductory meetings or product demos
• Gain practical, real-life experience by accompanying Business Development Executives on field visits to client locations (schools and educational institutes)
• Receive direct, actionable feedback on communication skills, presentation techniques, and sales strategy effectiveness from experienced BDEs
• Learn and utilize the company's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to log activities, update lead status, and ensure data integrity
• Assist the BDEs in tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and preparing weekly reports summarizing prospecting and pipeline activities

Key Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education, or a related field
• Demonstrated interest in the EdTech, Software, or AI industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Hindi is a strong advantage
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace (Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides)
• Proactive, quick learner, detail-oriented, and comfortable making initial contact with new people
• Career Path Opportunity: Strong chance of conversion into a full-time Business Development role based on performance and successful completion of the internship
• Mentorship: Direct mentorship from experienced Business Development professionals
• Exposure: Deep exposure to the full B2B sales cycle for high-tech products
• Real-World Application: Hands-on opportunity to observe and practice consultative selling in a live environment