Job Title: Business Development & Sales Intern (Organic & Natural Foods)
Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Job Type: Internship
Duration: 3–6 months (with opportunity for full-time employment based on performance)
Schedule: Day shift
Supplemental Pay Types: Performance stipend / Commission pay
About the Role: We are an award-winning, fast-growing pioneer in the sustainable agriculture and organic food sector. Founded with a vision to eliminate chemicals from the farm-to-fork ecosystem, we source premium, certified organic, and natural staple food products directly from a growing network of partnered farmers across India. Our diverse portfolio features highly sought-after regional specialties—including traditional and indigenous rice variants, ancient millets, wood-pressed oils, premium seeds, and artisanal sweeteners.
We are looking for a high-energy, motivated Business Development & Sales Intern to join our team in Kolkata. This hands-on internship offers a deep dive into FMCG distribution, retail sales, and the rapidly growing health and wellness market.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market Mapping: Assist in identifying and mapping potential new retail stores, premium grocery outlets, and health-food cafes across Kolkata.
- Lead Generation & Pitching: Conduct field visits to introduce our premium organic product range to store managers, independent distributors, and institutional buyers.
- On-Ground Marketing: Help set up product displays, manage visual merchandising, and coordinate in-store tasting or promotional events to drive consumer awareness.
- Client Coordination: Maintain regular communication with onboarded retail partners to track stock levels, collect feedback, and assist with processing re-orders.
- Competitor Research: Track local market trends, monitor competitor pricing and shelf-space, and share actionable insights with the core leadership team.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business Administration (BBA/MBA), Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
- Passion for Wellness: A strong interest in organic foods, sustainable agriculture, or clean-label consumer products is a huge plus.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the confidence to pitch products face-to-face.
- Go-Getter Attitude: Highly proactive, disciplined, and eager to learn on-ground sales strategies.
- Mobility: Ready and willing to travel locally across Kolkata's commercial hubs and market clusters.
What You Will Gain:
- A certificate of completion and a practical, hands-on understanding of B2B/FMCG sales.
- A competitive monthly stipend paired with rewarding, performance-based incentives for successful sales conversions.
- Direct mentorship from experienced brand builders in a collaborative start-up environment.
- Pre-Placement Offer (PPO): Exceptional performers will be considered for permanent, full-time employment opportunities.
Pay: ₹5,000.00 - ₹10,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
