Business Development Intern

Company Description

Cambridge Instruments & Engineering Co. (CIE) is an Indian manufacturer specializing in electrical test and measurement instruments, with over 60 years of engineering and manufacturing experience.

Established in 1963, CIE develops and manufactures solutions for electrical testing, measurement, maintenance, and safety across industrial, commercial, and general electrical applications. Our portfolio includes insulation testers, earth testers, oil test sets, relay test equipment, and other electrical testing instruments designed for accuracy, reliability, and strong field performance.

With a strong foundation in Indian manufacturing, CIE is expanding its business development, marketing, and customer outreach capabilities to serve a growing market across India.

Role Description

This is a 3-month, on-site Business Development Internship based in Kolkata.

The intern will work closely with the business development and management team and gain hands-on exposure to B2B sales, lead generation, market research, client communication, and commercial operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and researching potential industrial and commercial customers
• Generating and qualifying business leads through online research, LinkedIn, email, WhatsApp, and telephone outreach
• Building and maintaining prospect and customer databases
• Understanding customer requirements and identifying relevant CIE products
• Following up with prospective customers and existing inquiries
• Assisting in preparing quotations, presentations, reports, and other commercial materials
• Conducting market and competitor research
• Supporting customer meetings, product demonstrations, exhibitions, and other outreach activities
• Coordinating with sales, operations, and customer service teams
• Tracking leads, follow-ups, and business development activities
• Supporting new market and customer acquisition initiatives

This is a hands-on role, and the intern will have the opportunity to interact with real businesses and contribute directly to CIE's business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, Engineering, Economics, or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Interest in business development, sales, marketing, or entrepreneurship
• Ability to conduct market research and identify potential business opportunities
• Basic proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Comfortable communicating through email, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, and telephone
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site environment in Kolkata
• Interest in industrial products or electrical testing is beneficial, but prior industry experience is not required

Compensation & Duration

• Duration: 3 months
• Location: Kolkata, On-site
• Stipend: Competitive
• Performance-based incentives: Available
• Potential for extension or full-time opportunity: Based on performance and business requirements
• This internship is particularly suited to students and recent graduates looking to gain practical exposure to B2B business development and the workings of an Indian manufacturing company.