Business Development Associate

Business Development Associate (BDA) Intrax is a company devoted to promoting intercultural exchange and providing opportunities for foreign nationals to experience American culture. Intrax has operations in more than 100 countries worldwide and offers diverse educational and cultural programs. We are currently seeking an entry-level Business Development Associate (BDA) to support business development activities for Intrax's Intern, Trainee, and Work Travel programs; this non-exempt role reports to the Vice President, Internships, and will focus on researching prospective host accounts and partner organizations, conducting market research, identifying and qualifying new host and partner accounts, and preparing written position descriptions. Essential Functions: Generate new leads and follow up on prospects; approach new business to business accounts by phone, email, trade shows and in-person visits when needed Maintain prospecting activity levels as necessary to meet business objectives and goals Adhere to sales processes and requirements and all reporting and administrative requirements in complete and timely manner Prepare proposals and responses to RFPs Prepare and maintain pitch decks and case studies in collaboration with the Marketing team Update CRM database and report on status of lead funnels and stages Additional Functions: Have a strong understanding of J-1 Exchange Visitor program and keep abreast of industry trends Collaborate and assist with program team to prioritize business needs and set strategic growth goals Potential to assist additional Intrax programs on new lead generation as needed Required Experience: Four-year degree or minimum of four years professional experience in a related field 1-2 years minimum business to business sales experience is preferred Savvy with tech tools including Hubspot CRM, LinkedIn, and other prospecting tools Experience in the J-1 industry is a plus, but not required Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes: Strong sales and customer service skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Prior cold-calling experience helpful Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Travel: Potential for domestic travel to support business development activities Pay Range: $28.00 - $33.00 and hour based on previous experience Intrax Pay Transparency Statement: The displayed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the posted position within the United States. Within the range, individual pay will be determined by different factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Intrax also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which you can explore further in our career section of the Intrax website. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter describing your experience and interest in working in the cultural exchange industry. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other state and local Fair Chance ordinances. Intrax is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. #J-18808-Ljbffr