Job Description
Company overview:
Hiperlinx is a cybersecurity company providing penetration testing, security assessments, compliance, and cybersecurity consulting services to organizations across different industries.
We are looking for a motivated Sales & Business Development Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity sales, business development, market research, and customer engagement.
Internship duration: 3 months
Work model: Hybrid - on-site and remote
What You’ll Do
As part of the Hiperlinx team, you will work closely with our business and technical teams to support our growth and identify new business opportunities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting market research to identify target industries, companies, and potential customers.
- Researching organizations and identifying relevant business opportunities and leads.
- Building and maintaining lead and prospect lists.
- Supporting the team in lead generation and outreach activities.
- Assisting with customer interactions, follow-ups, meetings, and communications.
- Researching and identifying relevant tenders, RFPs, RFQs, and procurement opportunities.
- Supporting the preparation and submission of tender and proposal documents.
- Assisting with the preparation of commercial proposals, presentations, and company profiles.
- Monitoring competitors and market developments to help identify new opportunities.
- Working with the team on market positioning and business development strategies.
- Supporting the development of strategies for entering new markets and industries.
- Maintaining accurate information about prospects, opportunities, and customer interactions.
- Collaborating with the technical team to better understand Hiperlinx's cybersecurity services and communicate their value to potential customers.
What You’ll Learn
During the internship, you will gain practical experience in:
- B2B sales and business development
- Cybersecurity services and the cybersecurity market
- Lead generation and prospecting
- Market and competitor research
- Customer relationship management
- Tender and RFP processes
- Proposal development
- Business strategy and market positioning
- Professional customer communication
- Working with technical and business teams
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Interested in sales, business development, technology, or cybersecurity.
- Curious, proactive, and willing to learn.
- Comfortable researching companies and markets.
- A good communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Comfortable using common productivity and research tools.
- Able to work independently while collaborating with the team.
- Motivated to take initiative and identify opportunities rather than simply wait for assigned tasks.
Previous sales experience is not required. What matters most is your motivation, curiosity, communication skills, and willingness to learn.
This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience, not simply administrative work. The intern will actively participate in identifying opportunities, interacting with potential customers, researching markets, and contributing to Hiperlinx's business development strategy.
Company Profile
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