Spring 2027 Business Development Internship

Bauer Entertainment Marketing • Nashville, TN

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Bauer Entertainment Marketing (www.BauerEM.com) is seeking a dynamic professional to support its sales initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in music, sports, entertainment, marketing, or technology. The internship offers significant professional development, mentorship, and real-world project experience. Participants may be considered for a one-time, performance-based payment at the conclusion of the program, dependent on business and individual results. The internship requires a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week during standard business hours, with specific days and hours coordinated with a supervisor based on business needs and academic schedules. This position reports to the Business Development Manager and can be performed in East Nashville or remotely.

Requirements

• Current graduate student or undergraduate Junior or Senior
• Business, sales, or psychology-focused degrees preferred
• Strong interest in the entertainment and technology industries
• Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills (preference given to great copywriters)
• Proficient in Google products (Slides, Docs, Sheets)
• Aptitude for graphic design (Canva, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision
• Great people skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues in person and remotely
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, efficient, and productive while managing multiple tasks at once
• Needs to be told things only once, but not afraid to ask for clarification
• Capacity to get work done in a fast-paced environment not confined to a typical “9 to 5” day
• Strong problem-solver and adept at anticipating opportunities. Handles objections with ease
• Seeks, welcomes, and uses constructive criticism to learn, grow, and improve

Nice To Haves

• Experience in startups and the entertainment industry are a bonus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Identify potential clients
• Assist with proposals and agreements
• Establish new prospective client relationships
• Drive new revenue for the company
• Organize and maintain the current CRM system
• Grow BEM’s ability to share unforgettable experiences with fans by supporting new business acquisition through research and proposal development
• Identify and qualify prospective clients
• Assist in creating business development proposals and presentations
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate CRM records to support sales pipeline management

Benefits

• Significant professional development
• Mentorship
• Real-world project experience
• Consideration for a one-time, performance-based payment at the conclusion of the program
• Flexible Scheduling: Work from wherever and whenever you want as long as deadlines are met, your communication is timely and consistent, and your supervisors are happy with results.
• Unlimited vacation, pending approval
• Hands-on Experience: Working at a startup means you’ll get greater access, responsibility, and accountability immediately. Receive real-time training and core knowledge across a range of marketing strategies and tactics
• Networking Opportunities: Meet, engage, and build relationships with a variety of people in the entertainment industry
• Potential consideration for a full-time position after graduation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree