Business Development Intern, Sponsorships & Advertising
About The Position
The National Association of Home Builders’ Summer Internship Program offers a structured, hands-on experience designed to provide meaningful exposure to the housing industry and the policy environment that shapes it. Located in the National Housing Center and based in Washington, D.C., the summer program places interns alongside experienced professionals, where they contribute to real-time initiatives, develop practical skills, and gain insight into the work of a national trade association. As part of the Business Development team, the Business Development Intern will support revenue-generating initiatives by assisting with sales and marketing materials, prospect research, and online content updates. This role provides direct exposure to business development strategy, market research, sales support, and digital content management and is ideal for a student interested in business, marketing, communications, sales, or a related field.
Requirements
- Strong Excel skills, including the ability to manipulate data and cross-reference information accurately
- Comfort working with Adobe PDF documents and updating materials in a polished, professional format
- Ability to post and manage information online with accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong research skills and the ability to identify relevant companies, contacts, and industry trends
- Organized and able to manage multiple assignments effectively, with good written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in business development, sales, marketing, communications, or a related field
Nice To Haves
- Basic HTML skills are helpful
Responsibilities
- Assist with updating media kits and other sales materials used to support the team’s marketing and revenue-generating efforts
- Prepare and compare data sets to help develop materials that support sales initiatives for the 2026 and 2027 years
- Conduct research on prospective companies, industry contacts, competitive shows, and trade publications to help identify new business opportunities
- Help organize and maintain materials used in outreach, marketing, and client development efforts, and support the posting and updating of sales-related content online
- Assist the team with project and administrative support tied to business development priorities
- Contribute to efforts that help strengthen visibility, generate leads, and support future sales growth
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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