Business Development Intern

About the role

Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd., the Asia regional headquarters of Rakuten Group, is recruiting a Business Development Intern for its Marketing Cloud Group. The intern supports and executes business development projects, including preparing marketing materials for client pitches, approaching clients, carrying out market research on target segments and handling sales operations. The internship is available from April 2027 onwards.

Key responsibilities

• Drive business development initiatives from conception to execution, covering market analysis, client engagement and sales operations.
• Identify automation opportunities, pilot productivity tools and scale solutions that improve team efficiency and decision-making.
• Develop and refine marketing collateral for client presentations and pitches aligned with target segments.
• Contribute to pricing projects by analysing bundling models and simulating options.
• Take part in the full sales cycle: securing appointments, delivering pitches, coordinating project implementation and delivery, and supporting next-year budget planning.
• Support overall team operations to ensure efficiency and collaboration.

Required profile

• Inquisitive, proactive and eager to learn about business development, sales, marketing and the software industry.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Hands-on experience using AI tools in daily life, with curiosity to apply them to research and team projects (familiarity with MCP integrations is an advantage).
• Ability to work independently and with the wider team across APAC.
• Meticulous, analytical and a self-starter who acts without waiting for detailed instructions.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with excellent command of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.