Business Development Intern
2 days ago
Boston
Job Description Employment Type: Intern Division: Business Development Department: Business Development Salary Range: $23 - $28/hour The Business Development Intern supports the Business Development team in project cost reporting, change management, and opportunity tracking. This role offers hands-on experience in lead research, CRM data management, project analysis, and presenting findings to internal teams and clients within a dynamic, growth-focused environment. Responsibilities / Essential Functions • Assist with project cost and change management by preparing detailed reports for review with team members and presenting findings at both internal and Owner meetings., • Support the Business Development team by researching, tracking, reviewing, and reporting on new projects and business opportunities., • Conduct thorough research on projects, companies, key individuals, and committees from various sources, and accurately track potential construction leads within the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system., • Generate analytical data reports as needed to support decision-making and business strategies., • Maintain and update the CRM database daily, ensuring all data is accurate, current, and well-organized., • Assist in preparing presentations and marketing materials to support business development initiatives., • Coordinate communication and follow-ups with potential clients, partners, and internal stakeholders., • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to identify potential growth opportunities., • Support event planning and participation related to business development, such as client meetings, networking events, or trade shows., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project updates and business development strategies., • Perform various administrative duties to support the Business Development team’s operations. Key Skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to internal teams, executives, and external partners., • Excellent time management and organizational abilities to prioritize competing tasks and meet deadlines., • Detail-oriented and analytically minded, with a knack for drawing insights from data and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs)., • Collaborative and adaptable, able to work effectively in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments., • Proactive, self-starter attitude with a strong sense of initiative, accountability, and professionalism., • Able to support and adapt to change management efforts and shifting business priorities., • Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging market trends, client needs, and construction innovations., • Client-focused mindset with a positive demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, essential for relationship-building in business development. Required Experience • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Construction Management, or a related field., • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)., • Familiarity with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and/or sales tracking tools., • Comfortable preparing data-driven reports, dashboards, and presentations to support decision-making., • Basic understanding of construction project lifecycle, AEC industry terminology, and project management concepts (preferred)., • Knowledge of market research, competitive analysis, or client segmentation strategies (a plus)., • Ability to support proposal development and maintain business development documentation (e.g., pursuit logs, contact records)., • Familiarity with sales enablement tools, graphic presentation tools (e.g., InDesign or Canva), or CRM analytics (a bonus).