Business Development Internship

Old Republic Title•New York, NY

1d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

This Business Development Internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial real estate, sales strategy, and technology. You’ll partner directly with senior leadership and experienced sales professionals to support growth initiatives that drive real business impact. If you’re interested in client engagement, market strategy, data-driven decision-making, and relationship building, this role provides hands-on exposure to how commercial title insurance teams grow and sustain a successful book of business.

Requirements

Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Business, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Strong interest in commercial real estate, capital markets, or insurance
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM tools preferred
Comfort working with data and conducting online research
Initiative-driven, curious, and eager to contribute
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate in a professional environment
Professional, personable, and able to communicate effectively via email, phone, Teams, and in person

Nice To Haves

Exposure to tools such as CoStar, social media analytics, or public land record systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development Learn the tools, strategies, and processes that power effective commercial sales and marketing Support initiatives that drive client engagement and long-term growth
Regulatory & Operational Insight Develop an understanding of state regulations governing client interactions, marketing, and co-branding Learn how sales and production teams collaborate to deliver seamless service
Client Outreach & Engagement Participate in outreach initiatives to identify new prospects and strengthen existing client relationships Gain insight into how proactive engagement supports long-term business success
CRM & Sales Operations Assist with maintaining accurate records of leads, contacts, and activity in CRM systems Learn how data tracking supports strategic sales decisions
Market & Industry Research Conduct market research using commercial real estate databases to identify trends and opportunities Support analysis of market activity and competitive positioning
Public Records Research Learn to research commercial property records across multiple states, including deeds, mortgages, and recorded instruments
Social Media & Brand Visibility Support professional social media engagement, particularly on LinkedIn Assist with content ideas, engagement tracking, and thought leadership initiatives
Technology & Innovation Collaborate with the sales team to evaluate corporate-compliant technology and AI tools Contribute ideas that enhance sales workflows and operational efficiency
Process Improvement & Projects Share ideas to improve existing procedures and help design new workflows Participate in team meetings and assist with special projects supporting business development strategy

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs
11 Company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets