Business Development internship in Malaysia
Research markets, support sales and help companies grow in Malaysia.
What you'll do
Your day-to-day
As a Business Development intern in Malaysia, you might:
- Research new markets, customers and competitors.
- Help prepare pitches, proposals and sales materials.
- Follow up with clients and keep the CRM up to date.
- Help plan marketing campaigns that bring in leads.
- Pull sales data into short reports.
You'll build research, sales and communication skills, and see how companies grow across Southeast Asia.
Local know-how
What to know before you go
Business development in Malaysia
Business development in Malaysia often means working with international companies. The country draws a lot of foreign investment, much of it in manufacturing, and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the government agency that promotes it. Companies that set up or grow there need partners, suppliers and customers, which is where business development teams come in.
For an intern, this can mean researching target companies, preparing pitches, keeping CRM records or following up on leads. Business development is a broad title, so the daily work depends on the host's size and market. Tell your career advisor if you prefer a sales, partnerships or marketing focus, and ask what's open for your dates.
Job roles
Market Research Intern
Research markets, customers and competitors.
Strategy Intern
Help turn research into growth plans.
Client Relations Intern
Help look after clients and follow up on leads.
Marketing Intern
Help run campaigns that bring in new customers.
Process Improvement Intern
Map how the team works and suggest simpler ways of working.
Sales Support Intern
Prepare proposals and keep the sales pipeline up to date.
Your exact tasks depend on your host company, and all our host companies in Malaysia work in English.
The industry
The Business Development industry in Malaysia
Economic impact
Malaysia's economy mixes manufacturing, trade and services, and many regional offices are based in Kuala Lumpur.
Technology
More and more Malaysian companies sell online and use digital tools to find and manage customers.
Career opportunities
Sales, partnerships, strategy and marketing are all open to you, and your internship helps you see which path fits.
Prices
How much it costs
Asia Internship Program prices depend on your program and how long you stay. See the destination page for the full price table.
FAQ
Questions interns ask
Do I need sales experience for a business development internship in Malaysia?
No. Everyone 18 and over is welcome, with or without a degree. Research, lead lists and CRM updates are common first tasks.
Do I need to speak Malay for a business internship in Malaysia?
No. Our host companies work in English, which is widely used in Malaysian business. A few Malay phrases are a nice touch with colleagues and clients.
Is business development the same as sales?
Sales closes deals. Business development finds new customers, partners and markets. Many interns do both kinds of tasks, depending on the host.
Applications open all year
Your field, somewhere new.
It's free to apply, and you only pay a deposit once you're accepted.