Intern - Business Development

LJA•Houston, TX

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Business Development Intern at LJA Land Development, you will be supporting the BD team in driving client engagement, market research, and pursuit strategy efforts. This role will delve into how relationships, strategy, and positioning come together to win work in a professional services environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed at least one year of college and pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Business related degree is required.

Nice To Haves

Great work-ethic and are a highly motivated student with a strong academic performance
Have sincere desire to gain experience in and knowledge of the company and industry
Good organizational and communication (oral and written) skills
Focused and attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies
Collaborate and work well in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially MS Excel

Responsibilities

Research target clients, industries, and upcoming opportunities
Track capital improvement plans, funding programs, and industry trends
Develop client profiles and data points
Assist in preparing for client meetings (agendas, background briefs, notes)
Support proposal and interview preparation (slides, resumes, project sheets)
Help maintain and organize pursuit pipelines and tracking tools
Assist with coordination of client events, conferences, and outreach efforts
Attend select meetings or industry events (when appropriate)
Capture notes and key takeaways for follow-up action
Work with technical teams to gather project information and updates
Help standardize BD materials and templates
Support CRM data entry and maintenance

Benefits

Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.