Job Title : Sales Development Representative Intern

Location : Chandigarh, India (On-site)

Experience : 0–2 years

Compensation : ₹17,500 – ₹45,000 per month

Shift Timings : 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM IST (General Shift)

About App Knit: App Knit is a rapidly growing, innovation-driven software development company headquartered in Chandigarh. With a team of 40+ skilled professionals, we deliver high-quality mobile and web solutions to global clients. We focus on long-term partnerships, continuous learning, and building scalable technology solutions. As part of our growth strategy, we are expanding our sales team with individuals who want to build a long-term career in technology sales.

Role Overview: We are seeking a Sales Development Representative (SDR) Intern to serve as the first point of contact between App Knit and prospective clients. The primary responsibility of this role is to identify potential opportunities, engage with prospects, qualify leads, and create a strong pipeline for the sales team.

This internship is designed for candidates who are interested in building a long-term career in technology sales and business development. The role provides hands-on exposure to lead generation, client communication, CRM management, sales qualification, and international business development processes.

Additional Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for prospective clients and business opportunities.
• Engage with inbound and outbound leads to understand their business requirements.
• Qualify prospects based on project scope, budget, timeline, and service fit.
• Schedule discovery calls and meetings for senior sales team members.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, activities, and communications in HubSpot CRM.
• Track lead status and update sales pipelines regularly.
• Prepare weekly activity and lead generation reports.
• Maintain consistent follow-ups with prospects throughout the initial sales cycle.
• Build and nurture relationships with potential clients to generate future opportunities.
• Support the sales team in developing and maintaining a healthy sales pipeline.
• Gather market intelligence and provide insights on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with prospects across various channels.
• Collaborate closely with Business Development Executives and Account Managers to facilitate a smooth sales handoff process.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (completed or pursuing).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of sales, marketing, or business development.
• Comfortable using internet research tools and social media platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or project experience in sales, marketing, or customer support.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Upwork, or CRM tools is a plus.
• Interest in IT services, software development, and technology sales.

Career Growth & Advancement

At App Knit, we strongly believe in internal growth. High performers will have clear opportunities to advance into roles such as:

• Senior Sales Development Representative
• Business Development Executive (BDE)
• Account Executive
• Sales Manager / Client Relationship Manager

This role offers exposure to real sales conversations, deal ownership, and revenue responsibility, making it ideal for candidates serious about building a long-term sales career.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Performance-based incentives
• Structured learning and mentorship
• Clear growth and promotion pathways

Why Join App Knit?

• Proper sales career path, not a narrow lead-generation role
• Direct exposure to global clients
• Opportunity to grow from Upwork-led sales to full account ownership
• Supportive, fast-growing team with strong leadership involvement

Pay: ₹17,500.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chandigarh, Chandigarh (Chandigarh): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Have you used LinkedIn, Upwork, or any freelance platform before?
• Are you comfortable speaking with clients over calls or virtual meetings?

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Chandigarh, Chandigarh (Chandigarh) (Required)

Work Location: In person