Internship Sales & Business Development

Who we are

OTIV is a Ghent-based company leading the autonomous revolution in rail. We are on a mission to increase safety and efficiency of railway operations by teaching rail vehicles to drive autonomously. By making trains more efficient and safer, we actively contribute to a modal shift and a greener future. We bring this vision to life by a unique focus on the most challenging environments such as cities, shunting yards and industrial sites. Thanks to high-profile partners and world-leading clients such as Deutsche Bahn, SNCF Group, ArcelorMittal and CAF we deliver the future of railway operations today.

OTIV is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic. OTIV strives to create an environment in which all employees feel confident in their ability to bring their authentic selves to work and secure collaborating with colleagues and customers.

What you will do

As a Sales Intern at OTIV, you will immerse yourself in the dynamics of the sales cycle, while working closely with the Sales Lead. Your insights and efforts will directly contribute to identifying new business opportunities, enhancing our global presence, and fostering strategic relationships that drive our company forward. Are you in for the challenge?

Tasks and responsibilities

• Perform targeted market research to identify new business opportunities.
• Identify and qualify potential leads using various research tools & reach out methods
• Help manage and nurture existing partnerships and assist in forging new ones.
• Develop materials and proposals to support sales efforts.
• Keep accurate records of Sales activities and lead interactions.
• Engage in lead interactions to enhance business development skills.

Requirements:
• Working towards Master or Bachelor Degree
• Fluent in English (spoken & written) any other language is a plus.
• Hands-on / self-driven mentality
• Enthusiasm for cutting-edge technology.

Benefits:
• International environment in a disruptive scale-up with opportunities to grow.
• Early riser or night owl? Either way, you’ll fit right in our flexible working hours system.
• An office in beautiful Ghent (Belgium).
• Collaborative, transparent, and fun-loving office culture.
• Team events