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Sales & Client Acquisition Intern

Nexus Grow    Colombo • Internship

ABOUT NEXUS GROW

Nexus Grow is a Sri Lanka-based digital marketing and creative agency helping growing businesses strengthen their digital presence through strategy, content and technology.

We are looking for a confident and results-oriented Sales & Client Acquisition Intern who can communicate professionally with potential clients, understand their business needs and introduce suitable Nexus Grow services.

ROLE OVERVIEW

This role is suitable for someone who enjoys speaking with people, building professional relationships and turning potential business opportunities into clients.

The selected intern will communicate with potential clients through phone calls, online meetings, WhatsApp, email and LinkedIn. They will support the complete client-acquisition process—from initial contact and service pitching to follow-ups, negotiation and deal closure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identify and approach potential clients who may benefit from Nexus Grow’s digital marketing, social media and website services
  • Conduct professional outbound and follow-up calls with business owners and decision-makers
  • Introduce Nexus Grow and explain our services clearly and confidently
  • Ask suitable questions to understand the client’s business, challenges, audience and marketing requirements
  • Prepare and deliver persuasive sales pitches based on each potential client’s needs
  • Handle common questions, concerns and objections professionally
  • Follow up consistently with interested prospects without applying unnecessary pressure
  • Negotiate project terms within approved pricing and company guidelines
  • Arrange online or approved in-person client meetings when required
  • Support the conversion of qualified leads into confirmed clients
  • Maintain accurate records of leads, calls, follow-ups, meetings and outcomes
  • Coordinate with the internal team when preparing proposals, service packages and project handovers
  • Communicate progress, client feedback and potential opportunities clearly to the management team
  • Protect confidential client and company information

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Confidence speaking with potential clients over the phone and during live or online meetings
  • Ability to explain services clearly, professionally and persuasively
  • Good listening skills and the ability to understand a client’s actual requirements
  • Confidence handling questions, rejection and objections
  • A professional, responsible and respectful communication style
  • Good follow-up, organization and time-management skills
  • Self-motivation and the ability to work toward agreed targets
  • Ability to communicate professionally in English
  • Applicants must currently be based in Sri Lanka
  • Access to a suitable phone, computer and reliable internet connection

ADVANTAGEOUS BUT NOT MANDATORY

  • Previous experience in sales, customer service, telemarketing, lead generation or business development
  • Experience delivering sales pitches or communicating with business clients
  • Experience negotiating and closing sales
  • Knowledge of digital marketing, social media management, content creation or website services
  • Basic business, marketing or entrepreneurship knowledge
  • Ability to communicate in Sinhala or Tamil in addition to English
  • Experience using spreadsheets, customer records or CRM systems
  • Existing professional connections with business owners or decision-makers

INTERNSHIP DETAILS

  • Position: Sales & Client Acquisition Intern
  • Duration: 3 months
  • Workplace type: Remote
  • Location: Sri Lanka
  • Colombo-area applicants are preferred because occasional approved client meetings may be required
  • Work is task- and performance-based, with scheduled online meetings, lead updates and agreed targets
  • Candidates should be reasonably available for client communication and team coordination during normal weekday business hours

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Practical exposure to sales, client acquisition and business development
  • Experience communicating with real business prospects
  • Training and guidance on Nexus Grow’s services and client approach
  • Opportunities to improve sales pitching, negotiation and professional communication
  • Exposure to digital marketing, social media and website-service sales
  • Performance-based earning opportunities according to the agreed compensation structure
  • Recommendation letter upon successful completion of the internship
  • Possible extension or future opportunity based on performance and business requirements

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted exclusively through the official ITPro.lk application form.

Applicants should submit:

  • An updated CV
  • A short cover letter or introduction explaining their interest in sales and client acquisition
  • Details of any relevant experience in sales, customer service, business development, lead generation, public speaking or client communication

Applications sent through LinkedIn messages or email will not be processed.

Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted regarding the next stage.

Application deadline: 15 September 2026

STAY CONNECTED

After applying, candidates are encouraged to follow the Nexus Grow LinkedIn Page and turn on notifications for recruitment updates, application reminders, future internship opportunities and company news.

LinkedIn Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-nexus-grow/ 

Following the Nexus Grow LinkedIn Page is optional and does not influence the selection process.