Business Development Intern - Fall 2026
CO-US DuCharme, McMillen & Associates Inc
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Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
Company paid parental leave
Generous time off package
Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment
Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees
Position Summary
The Intern, Practice Development supports the business development team by assisting with outreach, research, and coordination of prospective client activities. This role provides exposure to DMA’s sales process, client engagement strategies, and service offerings while supporting business development initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with outreach to prospective clients via phone and email to support meeting scheduling efforts
Help coordinate and prepare for meetings with prospective clients, including calendar scheduling and materials preparation
Support practice development leaders in executing outreach strategies and tracking engagement activities
Research prospective clients and industries to understand potential business needs
Assist in identifying potential opportunities and aligning them with DMA services and solutions
Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and update internal systems as directed
Support development of prospective client lists and sales leads through research and data gathering
Assist in preparing responses to common client questions or objections
Participate in internal meetings to gain understanding of DMA services, business initiatives, and sales processes
Collaborate with marketing and business development teams on projects and initiatives
Help maintain organization of documentation, contact lists, and sales tracking tools
Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
Interest in sales, business development, or client-facing roles
Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams; Excel)
Strong listening skills and willingness to learn
Self-motivated with a positive, professional attitude
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work Schedule: Part-time, 29 hours/week
Travel: None
Physical Activity:
o Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
o Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds
o Frequent repetitive motions with hands
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Summary
Support outreach, research, and coordination for business development activities.
Job title
Business Development Intern - Fall 2026
Experience level
student/intern
Industry
professional services
Location requirements
Houston, TX, hybrid work allowed.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Houston, TX, USA