Business Development Intern

Sparking Asia is seeking a motivated Business Development Intern to join our on-site team in Rawalpindi. This internship offers a valuable opportunity for individuals interested in sales, client acquisition, freelancing platforms, Upwork bidding, and lead generation to gain practical, hands-on experience. The role involves working closely with the business development team to understand how companies win new clients and grow their business through targeted efforts on platforms like Upwork and LinkedIn.

Key Responsibilities
- Search for relevant projects and potential clients on Upwork, LinkedIn, and other platforms.
- Conduct research on companies, clients, industries, and emerging business opportunities.
- Assist in preparing and submitting proposals and bids to prospective clients.
- Generate and organize potential client leads efficiently.
- Communicate professionally with prospective clients and follow up on leads.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, proposals, and client communications.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to support strategic decisions.
- Support the business development team in acquiring new clients and meeting targets.
- Work towards assigned daily and weekly bidding and lead-generation goals.

Required Qualifications
- Good English communication and writing skills.
- Ability to research and find relevant information online independently.
- Interest in sales, business development, freelancing, or client acquisition.
- Basic proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace.
- Willingness to learn and work with performance targets.
- Self-motivated with consistency in completing assigned tasks.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Fresh graduates, students seeking practical business development experience, and candidates with no prior experience are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates with experience in sales, lead generation, Upwork bidding, or business development will be given preference.
- Previous exposure to Upwork, LinkedIn, or other freelancing platforms is a plus but not mandatory.
- Hands-on experience in business development and client acquisition.
- Practical exposure to Upwork bidding and freelancing platforms.
- Training and learning opportunities to build professional skills.
- Experience in lead generation and proposal writing.
- Development of professional communication and client-handling abilities.
- Opportunity for growth within the organization based on performance.

This is a full-time internship position based on-site in Rawalpindi, with working days from Monday to Saturday. The available shifts include 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, or 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

If you are motivated to learn, comfortable working with targets, and interested in building a career in business development, we encourage you to apply by submitting your updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. This internship provides a unique chance to gain valuable industry experience and develop skills essential for a successful career in business development.