Business Development Intern

About Laika AI

Laika AI is an AI-focused technology company building innovative solutions to address real-world business challenges. We are looking for a proactive and result-oriented Business Development Intern to support our growth, identify new business opportunities, and build strategic relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation: Identify and research potential clients, businesses, and strategic partners for Laika AI’s products and services.
• Business Outreach: Conduct daily outreach through LinkedIn, email, calls, and other relevant channels.
• Client Acquisition: Engage with prospective clients, understand their business requirements, and communicate how Laika AI’s solutions can help them.
• Partnership Development: Identify opportunities for strategic collaborations with companies, startups, and industry stakeholders.
• Sales Pipeline Management: Maintain and regularly update lead databases, outreach records, follow-ups, and sales pipelines using Google Sheets or CRM tools.
• Follow-ups and Relationship Management: Follow up with prospects, schedule meetings, and maintain professional relationships with potential clients.
• Market Research: Research industry trends, competitors, target markets, and potential customer segments.
• Business Proposals: Assist in preparing pitch decks, proposals, presentations, and other business development materials.
• Reporting: Track outreach performance, lead conversions, and business development activities and share regular progress updates with the team.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in communicating with clients and business stakeholders.
• Interest in sales, business development, startups, and AI-driven products.
• Good research, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Google Docs, and presentation tools.
• A proactive, target-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in business development at an AI startup.
• Exposure to B2B sales, client acquisition, partnerships, and go-to-market strategies.
• Opportunities to interact with business stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Practical experience managing a sales pipeline and supporting revenue growth.
• An opportunity to contribute directly to the company’s growth.

Compensation and Work Details

• Monthly Salary: ₹20,000
• Work Mode: Fully remote
• Position: Business Development Intern