Business Development Intern (Sales)

Program Overview

This internship offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with Dr. (Hon.) Ridhima Dua and the team at Leadspire Life Pvt. Ltd. You will engage in various facets of business development, sales, client acquisition, and relationship management to support leadership, coaching, and personal development initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research to identify potential clients, partners, educational institutions, and businesses suitable for collaboration.
• Generate and qualify leads through diverse methods including online search, networking platforms, referrals, and outreach campaigns.
• Maintain and systematically update lead databases and CRM platforms for organized tracking.
• Communicate with prospects using calls, emails, messaging apps, and professional networks to present company offerings clearly.
• Arrange meetings, discovery sessions, and consultations for senior leaders to facilitate business discussions.
• Follow up persistently with potential clients to drive lead conversion and support sales closure.
• Support outreach and expansion activities especially targeted at corporate training, leadership workshops, and coaching programs.
• Assist in identifying and fostering strategic partnerships, collaborations, and alliances for business growth.
• Develop proposals, presentations, and related sales materials to aid outreach efforts.
• Build lasting relationships with prospective and existing clients ensuring consistent communication and assistance during onboarding.
• Prepare daily and periodic reports detailing sales activities, lead progress, and market trends.
• Offer insights on competitors and support strategic growth planning through collected data.

Candidate Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written English communication and interpersonal capabilities.
• Confidence engaging in client conversations and an understanding of basic sales and business development principles.
• Strong organizational skills with an inclination for follow-ups and self-motivation towards targets.
• Preferred experience or familiarity with LinkedIn, CRM tools, customer service, telecalling, or marketing.
• Interest in leadership, coaching, education, entrepreneurship, and personal development sectors.

Eligibility Criteria

This internship is open to students or recent graduates in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Commerce, Management, Entrepreneurship, Communications, or similar disciplines. Fresh graduates possessing strong communication skills are also invited to apply. Candidates must commit to at least three months and be ready for full-time on-site work.

Working Schedule and Environment

The role requires working from the office in Pune, India, from Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST. Work-from-home options are available only in exceptional cases with prior approval.

Learning & Development Benefits

• Gain direct mentorship from industry expert Dr. Ridhima Dua.
• Acquire hands-on experience in sales, business development strategies, and client acquisition.
• Work with leadership coaching and personal growth initiatives.
• Receive a certificate and potentially a letter of recommendation upon successful completion.
• Opportunity for performance-based incentives and possible pre-placement offers or full-time opportunities.

Additional Information

Women keen to initiate or restart their careers are especially encouraged to apply. The internship duration is six months, and the stipend ranges between INR 10,000 to 15,000 monthly. Applications close on September 5, 2026.

Company Background

Leadspire Life Pvt. Ltd., headed by Dr. Ridhima Dua, specializes in leadership, coaching, NLP, mentoring, and business growth through human behavioral transformation. With over 20 years of experience, they facilitate growth and confidence building among individuals and organizations worldwide.