Corporate Relations and Outreach Intern

Job Description

Work Timings: 10:15 AM – 7:15 PM (6 hours minimum per day)

Working Days: 5 Days a Week — Because Productivity Doesn't Need a 6th Day

Work Mode: 100% Work from Office

Location: Andheri, Mumbai — 5 minutes from Railway Station

About IIDE:

IIDE is India's leading digital business school, offering industry-relevant programs in digital marketing, AI, and business. With a strong focus on experiential learning, we equip students, graduates, and working professionals with the skills required to thrive in today's digital-first world.

Backed by a community of 500,000+ learners and 250+ industry experts, IIDE delivers hands-on training, real-world projects, and robust placement support. With campuses in Mumbai and Delhi, we continue to expand our presence across India and globally.

About the Role:

As the Corporate Relations Intern at Andheri, Mumbai, you will play a pivotal role in expanding corporate partnerships and strengthening relationships with agencies and brands to support student career growth. This role involves collaborating with students and employers to facilitate job placements, enhance employability, and build long-term corporate relationships while supporting outreach and stakeholder engagement initiatives. You will work closely with students, employers, industry professionals, and cross-functional teams to uphold high standards across placement and corporate engagement activities.

What You'll Do:

● Corporate Business Development:

○ Cultivate and manage corporate partnerships to achieve set targets and drive growth across new and existing relationships.

○ Lead outreach initiatives to onboard leading agencies and brands, expanding recruitment opportunities across Indian and global markets.

● Stakeholder Engagement & Partner Acquisition:

○ Engage with HR professionals, senior executives, business unit heads, agencies, brands, and other industry stakeholders.

○ Build and maintain a strong professional network to support student recruitment and placement opportunities.

● Employer & Industry Relationship Management:

○ Maintain and strengthen employer relationships to understand hiring requirements and create relevant opportunities for students.

○ Collaborate with industry leaders to organize job fairs, networking events, workshops, and masterclasses that enhance student exposure.

● Student Placement & Career Support:

○ Interact with students to understand their career aspirations and support career mapping and professional development.

○ Assist students with job placements by matching them with suitable opportunities and supporting resume building and interview preparation.

○ Guide students regarding internships, job openings, application processes, and interview techniques.

● Database Management & Reporting:

○ Maintain accurate and organized databases of employer contacts, student profiles, job listings, and placement opportunities.

○ Track placement performance and generate insights to evaluate the effectiveness of placement and employer engagement initiatives.

● Additional Duties:

○ Support day-to-day placement and corporate engagement activities as required.

○ Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of recruitment and placement processes.

○ Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by management, aligned with the broad scope of the position.

Who You Are:

● Must-Have:

○ 0–3 years of experience in reputed B-Schools or educational institutions, preferably within placement, career services, or corporate relations functions.

○ Graduate from any stream.

○ Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with students, employers, and industry stakeholders.

○ Proficiency in Google Workspace, including Sheets, Docs, and Slides.

○ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify corporate engagement opportunities.

● Should Have:

○ Experience or exposure to corporate business development, account management, partnership acquisition, or employer engagement.

○ Strong networking, stakeholder management, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.

○ Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

● Nice to Have:

○ Prior exposure to career services, talent partnerships, student placement, or recruitment functions.

○ Experience coordinating recruitment drives, employer interactions, or placement-related initiatives.

○ Familiarity with the education, digital marketing, advertising, or agency ecosystem.

Why Join IIDE?

● Work with one of India's fastest-growing digital education brands.

● Gain hands-on exposure to corporate partnerships, recruitment, and placement operations.

● Collaborate with leading brands, agencies, HR professionals, and industry leaders.

● Work in a collaborative and high-growth environment with significant learning opportunities.

● Contribute meaningfully to improving students' employability and shaping their career journeys.

Who You'll Thrive As

You're someone who:

● Enjoys building relationships and networking with professionals across industries.

● Communicates confidently and builds rapport with students, employers, and senior stakeholders.

● Is proactive, organized, and detail-oriented while managing multiple priorities.

● Takes ownership of outreach, follow-ups, and stakeholder coordination.

● Is passionate about career development and helping students achieve professional success.

● Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and target-oriented environment.

Requirements
Experience and Qualifications: Previous work experience of at least 1-4 years in reputed B-Schools or educational institutions, specifically in the placement division. Graduate from any stream. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional networking skills. Proficiency in corporate business development, account management, and partnership acquisition. Negotiation skills. Analytical ability to identify opportunities and develop strategies. Proficiency in Google Workspace.