Business Development Intern – SD Solutions LLC

Title of the Job: Business Development Intern

Location: USA

Job Description: Business Development InternCorporate OverviewSD Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing professional services company, providing Cyber Security, Strategy & Governance, IT Modernization, Management Consulting, and Professional Services solutions to large and small clients in the federal government sector. Our broad spectrum of services also includes digital & legacy transition, decommissioning, communications, event planning & logistics, and operations. It is our mission to deliver enduring results to our clients using strong business acumen, technical solutions, and management services. Our core values include quality, timeliness, integrity, trusted relationships, and corporate citizenship.Position DescriptionWe are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of business development, working closely with our Business Development Manager/Director to support growth initiatives, market research, and strategic outreach efforts. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, resourceful individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn about the processes that drive business expansion and client relationship. It is a part-time, internship position with potential to grow into full-time employment role. We can work with the candidate’s school for an official internship designation if requested. The position is remote.Job Responsibilities:

• Market Research and Analysis: Assist in conducting market research to identify potential business opportunities, industry trends, and competitor activities. Compile and analyze data to help refine business development strategies.
• Proposal and Presentation Support: Assist in the preparation of proposals, presentations, and other materials for client meetings. Help ensure materials are tailored to client needs and aligned with company capabilities.
• Lead Generation: Support the identification and qualification of new leads by researching prospective clients, attending industry events, and utilizing business databases. Help maintain a database of potential clients and partners.
• Client Relationship Management: Provide support to the Business Development team in nurturing relationships with current and prospective clients. Help track communication and follow-up activities.
• Administrative Support: Organize and manage documents, contracts, and project files. Assist in scheduling meetings, coordinating event logistics, and preparing reports for the team.
• Industry Event Support: Assist in organizing and attending industry conferences, networking events, and client meetings, gaining exposure to key stakeholders and industry professionals.

Requirements:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred.
• Junior or Senior in College, recent graduates may also be considered
• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Focuses on technical writing with excellent writing and grammar skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with hyperlinks and basic tagging systems, such as HTML or XML.
• Well-honed writing skills and proficiency in punctuation and grammar.

Ideal candidate:

• Knowledge of AI tools like Chat GPT, Grammarly, Trello, Internet Archive, etc
• Is detail-oriented and inquisitive.
• Has good interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys learning new tools and software.
• Grasps the goals of each project and has the confidence to ask clarifying questions.
• Can adapt to and write in our voice and tone aligned with our culture.
• Meets deadlines.
• Participates actively in team meetings, offering solutions, ideas, and suggestions.
• Enjoys taking on new tasks.

Employment Type

• Job Type: Part-time, W2, Non-Exempt, Hourly
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Location: Flexible; telework possible
• Not eligible for paid benefits
• Travel will not be required

SD Solutions CultureWe are a fast-growing company who puts people first. Our focus is on building the right team to provide exceptional services to our customers and to grow with our organization. We offer very competitive compensation and a very attractive benefits package. We believe in corporate citizenship and provide several levels of support to students, schools, teachers, and other organizations in our local community. If you are looking for a new opportunity to make a difference and build your career in a positive way, please join us. We’re waiting for you.Equal Opportunity EmployerSD Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.Whenever possible, SD Solutions makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by law.Candidate Referral Fee ProgramSD Solutions wants to reward you for helping us identify qualified, talented professionals to join our team. Send us your friends and professional connections and we’ll reward you with a cash bonus!To submit a qualified referral, please visit our website. You’ll need to send the candidate’s contact information and/or resume to SD Solutions and include “Candidate Referral” in the subject line. Your referral must be an active candidate interested in new opportunities. You must include the candidate’s full name and contact information (i.e., email address and phone number).Please visit for more details of the Candidate Referral Fee Program.

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