Business Development Intern
About the job
- You are comfortable speaking and writing French and have fluent English.
- You are seeking one of your first experiences in sales.
- You are concise and structured.
- A driving license is mandatory.
- Admission to ESG Montpellier in the Mastère MBU is required to join the work-study program.
- Obtain and conduct the first meetings with target Human Resources Directors, Information Systems Directors, and Human Resources Information Systems Managers.
- Use cold calling as the primary method for reaching targets.
- After the initial qualification, hand the opportunity to an Account Executive and organize the second meeting.
- Follow one complex-sales opportunity per month through the full sales cycle with the Account Executive as part of the training opportunity.
- Work with the Manager to optimize prospecting methods and manage the pipeline to achieve monthly objectives.
- Ensure the proper functioning of processes and data quality, enrich the HubSpot customer relationship management system, and improve knowledge of prospects.
- You are results-oriented and want to perform in a dynamic environment.
- You want to develop your commercial skills across all areas.
- You want to progress into other sales or management roles.
About the company
Galileo Global Education operates an international higher-education group that offers programs in applied arts, design, communication, and management through a network of 54 schools across 91 campuses in 13 countries. Students enroll at partner schools and campuses where practical, career-oriented curricula, hands-on training, internships, and industry connections help prepare them for the workforce; tuition and related services fund these programs. The company differentiates itself with a broad international footprint and a portfolio of branded, prestigious institutions that deliver consistent curricula and documented job placement outcomes across multiple countries. Its goal is to provide accessible, career-focused higher education across creative and management fields by leveraging its international network to offer recognized credentials and strong post-graduation employment prospects.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fiscal 2025 revenue rose 12% to €1.42 billion, with EBITDA reaching €350 million.
- S&P expects fiscal 2026 EBITDA near €400 million, driven by international schools and efficiencies.
- June 2026 campus openings in Paris and Dakar strengthen student experience and recruiting momentum.
What critics are saying
- S&P flagged French enrollment weakness, apprenticeship reform pressure, and EM Lyon admission tightening in 2025.
- 2025 investigation alleged student overcharging, staff burnout, and profit pressure across Galileo schools.
- Dependence on tuition and France exposes Galileo to existential enrollment shocks if reputation erodes.
What makes Galileo Global Education unique
- Galileo owns 54 schools across 91 campuses, spanning 13 countries and multiple disciplines.
- Paris campus expansion and Bercy headquarters consolidation signal operational scale and brand reinforcement.
- AKAD acquisition and international schools diversify revenue beyond France’s weaker higher-education market.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Meal Benefits
- Commuter Benefits