Business Development Intern

The Evans Network of Companies•Wilmington, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Development Intern provides support to the Evans Delivery Business Development team while gaining hands-on exposure to the company's business model, sales process, customers, and market. The internship will initially focus on learning the Evans model, observing business development activities, participating in sales calls, and assisting with research, spreadsheet analysis, and data-related projects. As the intern develops a stronger understanding of the business and sales process, they may progressively participate in prospecting and other business development activities.

Requirements

Current post-secondary student, entering their Junior or Senior year, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Customer service experience
Strong computer skills and technically savvy
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Self-starter, punctual, reliable, organized, and eager to learn
High degree of accountability and persistence
Adaptable to changing priorities
Must be able to work at least 15 hours a week
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Customer service oriented
Excellent persuasive skills
Organization and time management skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong sense of urgency
Travel is required based on operational and customer needs

Nice To Haves

Administrative experience

Responsibilities

Learn the Evans Delivery business model, services, customer base, and business development process
Shadow Business Development team members and participate in customer, prospect, and internal sales-related calls to gain exposure to the sales process
Assist with spreadsheet-based projects, data review, analysis, and other business development initiatives
Conduct research to identify prospective markets, industries, customers, and business opportunities
Organize, review, and maintain business development information and data used to support sales activities
Assist the Business Development team with projects and activities that support customer and prospect development
Develop an understanding of how customer needs align with Evans Delivery's service offerings and capabilities
As knowledge and experience increase, participate in supervised prospecting and business development outreach to prospective customers
Provide updates on assigned projects, research, and business development activities
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned