Biotech Business Development Intern (Commission)

We are searching for a committed, deadline-driven biotech business development intern to join our excellent business development team. The business development intern will complete all tasks assigned by the manager, which may include conducting market research, identifying business opportunities, managing email campaigns, generating sales leads, making cold calls, participating in meetings, and assisting the business development department wherever possible. You should be able to take instruction but also work unsupervised when required.

To be successful as a business development intern, you should be willing to learn as much about the company as possible and be able to spot opportunities that have been overlooked by others. Outstanding business development interns are problem solvers who know the value of building lasting, professional relationships with clients.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the manager or assigned staff member, and completing all allocated tasks.
• Conducting research, or gathering information through surveys or by speaking to clients.
• Attending and participating in meetings, workshops, events, and exhibitions.
• Liaising with clients, vendors, and suppliers on behalf of the company's managers.
• Updating documents and sales records.
• Reviewing sales performance against sales targets.
• Observing and carrying out sales processes.
• Identifying potential weaknesses and offering improvement suggestions.
• Assisting managers with negotiations.
• Keeping a log of everything learned and delivering presentations to staff and other stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Degree in marketing, business, or similar is preferred.
• Strong self-motivation.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Proficiency in a foreign language would be advantageous.
• Ability to cope with rejection.
• Ability to remain calm in fast-paced environments.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• A professional appearance