Opportunity brief
We are looking for a Business Development Intern focused on LinkedIn Outreach to support our B2B business development activities in the import-export and agro/commodity trade industry.
The intern will primarily identify and connect with relevant exporters, importers, traders, suppliers, buyers, and other professionals involved in international trade through LinkedIn. This is a chat-based outreach role — the intern is not required to make sales calls. The main objective is to start conversations, understand the prospect's interest, and schedule qualified meetings with our team for further discussion.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Research and identify potential exporters, importers, traders, suppliers, buyers, and import-export companies through LinkedIn.
- Send targeted LinkedIn connection requests and initiate professional conversations.
- Conduct outreach primarily through LinkedIn chat/messages.
- Introduce the company and its services clearly to relevant prospects.
- Understand the prospect's business, requirements, and potential interest.
- Follow up with prospects and maintain active conversations.
- Convert interested prospects into scheduled meetings with the Business Development/Management team.
- Maintain proper records of prospects contacted, replies, follow-ups, and meetings scheduled.
- Coordinate internally regarding qualified leads and meeting details.
- Build and maintain a professional LinkedIn network within the import-export and B2B trade ecosystem.
Who Should Apply
Candidates who:
- Have good written English communication skills.
- Are comfortable communicating professionally through LinkedIn chat.
- Have an interest in Business Development, B2B Sales, International Trade, Export-Import, or LinkedIn Outreach.
- Can research companies and decision-makers independently.
- Are confident in starting conversations with business professionals.
- Are organized and consistent with follow-ups.
- Are willing to learn about the import-export and B2B trading industry.