Sales and Marketing Intern

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Duties & Responsibilities

Role Overview

We’re seeking a dynamic Intern: Business Development & Digital Marketing to join our fast-growing agri-tech business. You’ll work closely with our executive team to identify new customer segments, build brand visibility, and test innovative go-to-market strategies both locally and abroad.

This is a high-impact internship that blends strategy, storytelling, and field engagement - perfect for someone entrepreneurial, digitally savvy, and passionate about sustainability and agri-innovation.

Key Responsibilities\uD83E\uDDE0 Business DevelopmentAssist with identifying and profiling high-value farming operations and agri-distributors.

Support lead generation via LinkedIn, CRM, and outbound outreach.

Coordinate trial installations and assist with ROI tracking and follow-up.

Conduct competitor research and customer interviews.

Conduct cold-calling and direct customer outreach.

\uD83D\uDCE3 Digital MarketingHelp build and execute content calendars (case studies, reels, newsletters)

Curate content from the field and turn it into conversion-ready marketing assets

\uD83D\uDCCA Strategy & GrowthCo-develop campaign ideas aligned with seasonal cycles and product trials

Explore international expansion opportunities in key export markets

What You’ll GainReal-world experience across strategy, sales, and marketing.

Mentorship from industry professionals across agri, tech and venture capital.

A robust portfolio of marketing assets and business development work.

Exposure to some of Southern Africa’s leading commercial farms.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Who You AreA student or recent graduate in Sales, Marketing, Business, Agriculture, or a related field.

Excellent written and verbal communicator, with strong visual sensibility.

Comfortable with tools like Canva, Google Workspace, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.

Curious, adaptable, and comfortable working in a small but fast-paced team.

Passionate about agriculture, the environment and technological innovation.

Industries:Staffing & Recruiting

Function: Sales