Careerstart@SAS Program | Business Development (Education Services) Intern, SINGAPORE

Nice to meet you!   

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.    

If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here. We’re recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.

What you’ll do  

Looking for *that* internship? The game-changing one that’ll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You’ll find it at SAS. Our interns aren’t coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our AP EMEA CareerStart@SAS program is focused on development, culture, and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the program!   

This position supports the sales team in promoting educational services, programs, or products to current/potential clients, which can include enterprise, SMB, Government or schools. The role combines administrative support with hands-on experience in business development, marketing, and client engagement. 

As an intern, you are responsible for: 

• Lead Generation and Outreach: Conduct market research to identify potential leads and sales opportunities. This often involves reaching out to clients, partners or general training market to promote services and explore collaboration opportunities.
• Sales Support and Administration: Assist the sales and marketing teams with routine administrative duties, such as preparing proposals, sales decks, contracts, and processing orders. This includes maintaining and updating the company's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and internal databases.
• Client Engagement and Follow-up: Shadow experienced sales representatives to learn best practices and assist with customer inquiries, training needs analysis, and post-sales coordination. This may involve following up with interested parties to ensure strong engagement and conversion.
• Marketing and Event Support: Assist in planning and executing sales campaigns and marketing activities, which could include coordinating promotional events, school events, or virtual marketing events.
• Performance Analysis: Create sales reports and analyse data to help identify trends and areas for improvement in sales strategy. 

Required Qualifications 

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is often preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with an eye for detail.
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic, and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.
• You’re interested in the future of Analytics and embrace technology.
• A genuine passion for education and learning, and a desire to contribute to an educational environment. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with CRM platforms or a willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Prior experience in marketing, events, or sales is an advantage but not always required; many roles provide full training.

What to Expect

Interns gain hands-on experience in the business development and operations within the education sector. Mentorship and direct exposure to startup or company strategy are common. The role is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in sales, B2B communications, and marketing within the education industry. 

Location:

• SAS Singapore Office
• Hybrid (4 days in the office)

CareerStart Program dates: Tentatively 13 April - 12 October

Perks of the job  

• Work with (and learn from) the best. As a SAS intern, you’ll get face time with our top executives! 
• Free SAS programming training and certification.   
• Your well-being matters, and that’s why we support all dimensions of your well-being by offering programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive.  This includes an on-site and remote Work/Life Center staffed by master’s level Social Workers and an Employee Assistance Program.
• We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage.   

Diverse and inclusive     

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.     

Additional Information  

Resumes may be considered in the order they are received. SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment. SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process. 

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