1. Position Summary:

The Intern will be based in Zhongshan, China, and will provide support to the sales and marketing team to ensure Star Rapid reaches its business goals.

This dynamic internship offers a dynamic view of the entire value chain of a manufacturing and engineering company. From communication of value to product realization, Rapid Prototyping and low volume manufacturing offers candidates an in-depth understanding of the world of product development.

Working closely with the International Sales Team, the role will also involve reaching out to potential customers in English speaking countries and setting up meetings for the sales representatives. Additionally, the intern will work with Star Rapid’s marketing team to research the Global market and potential businesses and industries for Star Rapid to work with.

2. Position Responsibilities and Accountability:

Sales Development
• Generate leads database via online research for potential new business opportunities;
• Research and identify potential accounts using LinkedIn, Market Research etc.;
• Identify decision makers within targeted leads to begin sales process;
• Target, message, and call on potential new business contacts and clients
• Create and deliver qualified opportunities to external account executive ;
• Maintain and expand the company’s database of prospects;
• Enter new customer data and update changes to existing accounts in the company CRM.
• Perform dynamic analysis, develop strategies, continuously feedback and improve the process.
• Research new ways, applications, tools and methods to find new clients and increase efficiency

Market research
• Work with the marketing team to implement SEO and PPC recommendations to the website
• Review and update directories
• Make recommendations for marketing strategies
• Conduct research on the global market

3. Position Requirements:

Minimum Requirements
• Native English speaker is preferred;
• Graduate, or almost graduate level;
• Marketing experience;
• Willing to accept high levels of responsibility without constant supervision;
• Ability to work to targets;
• Strong online skills (search engines, social media, websites, etc.);
• Organized and proactive in online seeking information and new knowledge;
• Self-motivated, and enthusiastic;
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team;
• High level of integrity, work ethic, and curiosity.
• Problem solver, solutions driven；
• Availability and willingness to relocate temporarily to Zhongshan, China for a minimum of 3 months to a maximum of six months.

Preferred Additional Requirements
• Website management experience；
• Familiarity with WordPress；
• Basic understanding of engineering, product development or manufacturing would be helpful.

4. Benefits and Compensation
• Experience working in an international setting;
• Experience and skills upgrading in business development;
• Training on WordPress, SEO, PPC, sales and market research;
• Chance to explore and live in a new city and country;
• Travel to and from China, accommodation and week day lunches provided;
• Financial support through a monthly stipend and support with visa applications;