Business Development Intern

Location: New York, NY Position Type: Full-Time (Summer 2026) Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours Salary: Based on Experience Opportunity: Option to Become a Permanent, Full-Time Role in September Job Description: We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and personable Business Development Intern to join our team for a full‑time Summer 2026 internship, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in building a career in sales, business development, or client relations. The ideal candidate is confident, curious, and eager to learn how to generate new business and build lasting professional relationships. Key Responsibilities Support the business development and sales team with lead generation and outreach Research prospective clients, industries, and market opportunities Assist with outbound calls, emails, and follow‑ups to potential clients Help qualify leads and schedule meetings for senior sales staff Maintain and update CRM records with accurate prospect information Prepare basic reports on outreach activity and pipeline progress Participate in sales meetings and learn sales strategy, messaging, and negotiation fundamentals Provide general administrative and sales support as needed Qualifications & Personality Traits Strong interest in sales, business development, or entrepreneurship Outgoing, confident, and comfortable speaking with new people Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude Comfortable taking initiative and learning through hands‑on experience Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred (but not required) Why This Role Real‑world exposure to sales and business development Direct mentorship and hands‑on training Opportunity to develop communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills Strong potential for long‑term growth and a permanent role after the internship $25/hr during the summer internship and $70,000 upon converting to full‑time in September. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sbhonline