The Paid Internship Programme at Sustainable Business Consulting (SBC) is designed to provide hands-on professional experience for individuals seeking practical exposure in strategic marketing, brand communications, digital engagement, and data-driven decision-making. Interns will work closely with cross-functional teams to support campaigns, content development, analytics, reporting, and research activities that contribute to organizational goals. This programme aims to build practical skills, enhance employability, and nurture future professionals through structured learning, mentorship, and real-world assignments. The program offers tracks for Marketing & Sales, Social Media & Content Development, and Data Analyst Interns.
Internship Tracks & Key Responsibilities
1. Marketing & Sales Intern
This intern will support business development efforts, client outreach, and revenue-generating activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and research potential clients and business opportunities.
- Approach prospective clients through calls, emails, and meetings.
- Support lead generation, follow-ups, and client relationship management.
- Prepare marketing pitches, proposals, and presentation materials.
- Participate in client meetings, take minutes, and support follow-up actions.
- Assist in pricing, quotations, and basic sales documentation.
- Support development and execution of marketing and sales campaigns.
- Maintain client databases and sales tracking tools.
Required Skills & Attributes:
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confidence in making calls and engaging clients.
- Ability to write clear proposals and business emails.
- Persuasive, proactive, and results-oriented mindset.
2. Social Media & Content Development Intern
This intern will manage digital platforms, create content, and run online campaigns to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and update social media accounts (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
- Develop creative content including posts, captions, blogs, visuals, and short videos.
- Plan, schedule, and run social media campaigns and promotions.
- Monitor engagement, respond to messages/comments, and grow online communities.
- Support content calendars and storytelling initiatives.
- Track and report on social media performance and analytics.
- Ensure brand voice, tone, and visual consistency across platforms.
Required Skills & Attributes:
- Strong writing and storytelling skills.
- Creativity and understanding of digital trends.
- Ability to manage multiple social media platforms.
- Basic graphic design or video editing skills are an added advantage.
3. Data Analyst Intern
This intern will support data-driven insights across marketing, sales, and program performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect, clean, analyze, and interpret data from multiple sources.
- Develop dashboards and reports to support management decisions.
- Track KPIs for marketing campaigns, sales performance, and operations.
- Conduct trend analysis and data visualization.
- Support surveys, assessments, and reporting requirements.
- Translate data findings into actionable insights.
Required Skills & Attributes:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Ability to interpret and present data clearly.
Added Advantage (Data Analyst):
- Proficiency in Power BI and/or Tableau.
- Experience with Excel (advanced formulas), SQL, Python, or R.
- Prior exposure to data visualization and dashboard development.
Qualifications
Required:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a diploma or degree in:
- Marketing, Sales, Business Administration, Communications, PR.
- Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, IT, or related fields.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Added Advantage (General):
- Prior internship, volunteer, or project experience.
- Familiarity with CRM systems, digital marketing tools, or analytics platforms.
- Portfolio of content, dashboards, or proposals (where applicable).
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