We are looking for a driven, resourceful, and detail-oriented intern to support our Business Development (BD) efforts. This is an opportunity to support high-impact proposals and pitch materials that shape strategic engagements across the public and private sectors.
Duration: 6 months
Location: Hybrid – Our office is based in Kuala Lumpur
Stipend: Provided
About the Role:
As a BD Intern, you will work behind the scenes to support our consultants in developing well-structured, visually polished, and research-backed proposals and decks. Your work will directly contribute to PEMANDU’s efforts to pursue new opportunities and craft compelling narratives that win projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in formatting and refining PowerPoint decks, proposals, and internal BD documents.
- Conduct background research to support proposal development (e.g. market data, sector trends, client profiles).
- Organize and maintain content libraries, proposal templates, and reference materials.
- Collaborate with consultants to ensure accuracy, consistency, and visual clarity in proposal materials.
- Support quality checks and packaging of documents for submission.
Daily Tasks Might Include:
- Reformatting a pitch deck to align with PEMANDU’s branding.
- Summarizing key insights from research to support a proposal section.
- Updating statistics and figures in a recurring proposal template.
- Compiling slides from different consultants into a cohesive final presentation.
- Organizing folders and files for an upcoming submission.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; familiarity with basic formatting and visual presentation.
- Strong research and writing skills—able to distill information clearly and concisely.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Interest in business development, consulting, or public policy is a plus.