Business Development Research Support Intern - Summer 2027

DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Business Development Research Support Intern researches and gathers data on prospects and current clients and maintains accurate information in the CRM database to support regional business development. The role also assists with reporting, marketing and webinar support, and the preparation of agreements and proposals. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week and requires less than 10% travel.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree at an accredited university, with junior standing or below.
• Strong internet research skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prospecting research.
• Assist the team with monthly reporting.
• Identify and update email addresses from company webinars and email campaigns.
• Assist team members with targeted company information for research projects.
• Support the marketing team and webinars before, during, and after events.
• Assist with creating agreements, proposals, and process agreements.
• Complete projects such as a 10-K Annual Review, refreshing Major Presence States research, and updating the Database Client Account.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on the first day of employment; the ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of annual compensation.
• Company-paid parental leave.
• Generous time-off package.
• Multiple benefit plans, with eligibility beginning on the first day of employment.
• Work/life balance and employee wellness focus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern