Business Development Intern
Metal Craft & Riverside
Intern
Metal Craft, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company. Our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.
We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and professional Intern to support our business development, marketing, customer service, and account management functions. This role is designed to provide broad exposure to customer-facing business operations within a manufacturing environment and offers the opportunity for future growth into a full-time role within one of these areas. The ideal candidate is interested in industrial operations, sales strategy, and building internal and external customer relationships.
The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys building relationships, communicating with customers, supporting business growth initiatives, and learning multiple aspects of a growing business environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
This position may participate in one or more of the following duties as directed by supervision or management.
- Maintain and update customer relationship management (CRM) systems
- Assist with proposal preparation, presentations, and follow-up communications
- Participate in sales and business development meetings as needed
- Assist with development of marketing materials, presentations, and company communications
- Help coordinate trade shows, recruiting events, and customer events
- Conduct market and competitor research
- Support internal and external communication efforts
- Assist with responding to customer inquiries and routing requests appropriately
- Help coordinate and prepare customer updates, status, timelines, and follow-up communication
- Support issue resolution by working with internal departments
- Maintain positive customer relationships through timely communication with assisting account managers with customer accounts and project coordination
- Help track customer activity, orders, and account information
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to understand manufacturing capabilities and customer requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and business development activities.
- Assist with special projects related to operational growth and customer engagement.
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
- Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.
Education/Experience
Attending school for a degree in business administration or marketing
0-1 years of experience in a similar position in an office setting
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Sales, or a related field - Business, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Project management, Manufacturing Management, or a related field.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Professional demeanor and customer-focused mindset
Analytical mindset with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Interest in manufacturing, industrial sales, or operations preferred.
Preferred Skills
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations.
Data analysis or reporting experience.
Presentation and project coordination skills.
Learning Opportunities
Exposure to manufacturing operations and industrial sales processes.
Experience working cross-functionally with production, engineering, and commercial teams.
Development of professional communication, analytics, and customer relationship skills.
Mentorship from experienced business development and manufacturing professionals.
Core Values
People – We can do it
Innovation – We work together
Service – We honor our word
Quality – We do what's right
Monday-Friday 8:00AM – 4:30PM
Non-exempt (hourly)
Eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay (part-time rate)
Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
$54.33k
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