International Business Development Intern
About The Position
Are you motivated by hitting targets and building strong customer relationships? We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented International Business Development Intern to support our International Sales Team by identifying and qualifying new business opportunities across global markets. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on the thrill of finding new business, not waiting for leads to come in, but actively seeking them out. You'll research target markets, reach out to potential customers, and open doors for our sales team. In this role, you will spend each day researching, analyzing, and organizing data from online databases and market sources to find high-potential leads for the International Sales Managers. Your work will directly contribute to our expansion into new regions and industries by keeping our sales pipeline full of clean, accurate, and targeted prospects. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in international business, market research, and B2B sales strategy.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, International Relations, or a related field
- Sales oriented with strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Comfortable spending extended time on a computer conducting online research
- Familiarity with tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator, AI Tools
- Strong written communication and organizational skills
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently
Nice To Haves
- Additional la gauges is a plus
Responsibilities
- Research and identify qualified international prospects using online databases, CRM, directories, and digital tools
- Clean, organize, and segment prospect data based on geography, industry, and company size
- Build detailed prospect lists to support our outside sales team's outreach efforts
- Track findings and progress in CRM systems (Salesforce)
- Analyze trends in prospect data to inform market entry strategies
- Assist with other market intelligence projects as needed
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in international business development and lead generation
- Exposure to global markets and B2B sales strategies
- Mentorship from experienced sales and business development professionals
- Opportunity to contribute directly to the company's growth
- Potential for future full-time employment for top-performing interns
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
