Intern - International Development Research

Mode: Remote (Occasional On Site in Delhi/Bangalore)Tenure: 3 - 6 months Location: Remote (Preference for Delhi/Bangalore based resource)About SattvaWe Partner to deliver social impact at scaleSattva Consulting is an Indian-origin, Global impact consulting firm and since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, businesses and government to deliver societal impact at scale.We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our research & advisory services, knowledge platforms and collaborative initiatives.Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organisation our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit: OverviewIn this role, you will be supporting Sattva's international expansion efforts - specifically the development and implementation of Sattva's Africa market strategy.  Through this process you will gain meaningful experience about the Global Development landscape, Business Strategy, as well as Knowledge led B2B Sales. . This is a unique opportunity to gain international experience, while developing core consulting skills.Key Roles and Responsibilities:1.  Market Research and AnalysisEngaging with research reports, publicly available data sets, academic publications to  understand development trends and financing flows across target markets in AfricaUndertaking secondary research to profile key customers across various target segments including Development Finance Institutions, Private Equity and Venture Capital Funds, Corporates, Philanthropic Foundations, and Civil Society OrganizationsAssist in interviews with regional/sectoral experts to validate secondary findingsAssist in synthesising research findings and data into concise summaries, insight decks, and customer profiles2. Outreach and Engagement:Support with mapping of  key personnel within target organizationsAssist in preparing materials for outreach to key targets, including senior client leadership, experts and implementation partners.Support in drafting professional communications, official emails, and follow-ups to maintain strong stakeholder relationships.3. Project Management and Operational SupportPrepare clear meeting agendas, take detailed minutes, and diligently track action items to ensure project momentum.Assist in scheduling and coordinating meetings, and calls with prospective clients, partners and internal stakeholdersHelp maintain and organise project documentation, databases, and trackers. Who We're Looking For:Educational Background: Currently pursuing or recently completed Master's degree; B-school admit (ISB / Global Ivy / Top-tier MBA) waiting for intake. Core Skills:Exceptional attention to detail.Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).Outstanding organizational skills.Proficiency in French and/or Arabic is an advantage.Previous Africa experience is an advantage Personal Qualities:A passion for international development, and a deep interest in business strategy A global orientation, an ability to engage/interact with stakeholders across diverse cultural contextsDiligent, hardworking and open to feedbackA proactive, self-starting attitude with a strong sense of ownership.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.Maturity and professionalism to interact with senior stakeholders.What You Will Gain:Exposure to international markets and an opportunity to build/enhance your global network.Opportunity to directly work with and learn from CXO-level leadership at Sattva.The chance to shape and influence Sattva's future growth strategy.An opportunity to apply and enhance your strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to real-world business challenges.Why Sattva?It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody's business.Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and solutions you designWork Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive and collaborative environmentLearn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow and deliver the best you canFuture Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrowSattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.