Business Development Intern

Position:Business Development Intern

Company Name:Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore.

Stipend:?10,000 per month

Internship Location:Bangalore, Karnataka

Number of Openings:10

Work Mode:In-Office

Internship Duration:3 Months

Working Days:5 Days per Week

About the Opportunity

Recruit Forge is hiring Business Development Interns for one of its client organizations. This internship is designed for students and fresh graduates who are interested in business development, market research, partnerships, and strategic outreach within a leading academic and innovation-driven environment.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Intern, you will support the institutes business development and outreach initiatives by conducting market research, assisting in proposal creation, managing stakeholder communication, and coordinating with internal teams. This role offers hands-on exposure to strategy, partnerships, and ecosystem engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential partners, clients, and collaboration opportunities
• Assist in preparing proposals, pitch decks, and presentations for stakeholders
• Support business development campaigns, events, and networking initiatives
• Maintain and regularly update CRM/databases of leads, contacts, and partnerships
• Draft emails, reports, and professional communications for internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with technical, design, and operations teams to align outreach with project goals
• Track, analyze, and summarize industry trends to support strategic planning

Skills & Requirements

• Current student or recent graduate in Business, Management, Marketing, Engineering, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to conduct market research and analyze insights
• Proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace
• Familiarity with CRM tools is an added advantage
• Interest in startups, technology, innovation, and research ecosystems
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn

Who Can Apply

• Undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Candidates from Engineering, Management, Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, or Medical backgrounds
• Fresh graduates looking to build a career in business development or strategy
• Applicants available for a full-time, in-office internship
• Individuals available for the full 3-month duration

Perks & Benefits

• Monthly stipend
• Certificate of Completion
• Letter of Recommendation (performance-based)
• Hands-on experience in business development and strategic initiatives
• Exposure to a reputed academic and innovation institution

About Recruit Forge

Recruit Forge is a staffing and recruitment firm that supports organizations by managing their hiring requirements. We work closely with client institutions and companies to identify suitable candidates and ensure a structured, transparent, and ethical recruitment process.