Business Development Internship

Gemma Associates is led by experienced practitioners with a history of placing senior leaders across Vietnam and Southeast Asia. The company collaborates with multinational firms in sectors such as FMCG, technology, and others, helping them secure top-tier talent. Gemma Associates also partners with startups, recognizing the critical role of leadership in shaping culture, driving vision, and ensuring business success. We are committed to delivering exceptional recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of our diverse clients.

About the Role:

We are a fast-growing, forward-thinking executive search and recruitment firm. Led by experienced practitioners, we partner with top-tier organizations across Vietnam and Southeast Asia to connect them with outstanding talent. We are looking for an ambitious, highly motivated Business Development Intern to join our team, learn the ropes of B2B sales, and assist in expanding our client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Development Support: Assist the team in proactively researching, identifying, and mapping prospective corporate clients (focusing on HR Directors, C-suite executives, and business leaders). Help execute outreach campaigns via email, LinkedIn, and phone.

• Sales Cycle Assistance: Shadow senior team members throughout the sales cycle to learn how to identify client hiring needs and present consultative solutions. Assist in preparing proposals and necessary documentation.

• Client Relationship Management: Support the team in maintaining robust partnerships with existing clients and help update client information accurately in our CRM system.

• Internal Collaboration: Partner with our Delivery/Recruitment Consulting teams to ensure client requirements are effectively communicated and tracked.

• Market Intelligence & Research: Gather data on industry hiring trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to assist in refining our sales strategies.

Requirements

• Education: 3rd or 4th-year university student, or a fresh graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field.

• Core Competencies: Excellent communication and presentation skills. You possess a strong eagerness to learn, a results-driven mindset, and a proactive attitude.

• Languages: Full professional proficiency in English (both written and spoken) is mandatory to engage effectively with our multinational clientele.

Why Join Us? (Benefits):

• Financial Rewards: Monthly internship allowance. Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses/commissions for successful client conversions you support.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: We promote a healthy work-life balance by offering a 50% hybrid work model, allowing you to split your time evenly between remote work and our collaborative office space.

• Career Growth: Receive hands-on coaching and professional development from industry experts. Clear pathway to a full-time Business Development Executive role upon successful completion of the internship.

• Valuable Networking: Gain exposure to top-tier organizations and C-level executives across various industries.