Business Development Intern

About the Role

The Business Development Intern (Volunteer) at CLTI will support efforts to grow partnerships, attract participants, and expand outreach for the initiative. This is a volunteer, remote role, offering flexible hours and practical experience in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential partners and opportunities.
• Assist with lead generation activities.
• Help maintain contact lists and outreach records.
• Draft emails and messages for outreach.
• Support virtual meetings with prospective partners.
• Provide basic customer service responses to inquiries.
• Collaborate with team members to refine outreach strategies.
• Contribute ideas for community engagement.
• Prepare simple reports on business development activities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Remote work capability and comfort using collaboration tools.
• Ability to manage tasks independently with guidance.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and support decision-making.
• Effective communication abilities, including clear writing and confident, professional verbal communication.
• Experience or interest in lead generation and outreach activities, such as identifying and contacting potential partners.
• Ability to conduct structured market research to understand target audiences, competitors, and partnership opportunities.
• Customer service skills to respond to inquiries, provide information, and maintain positive relationships.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail in tracking outreach activities and documenting interactions.
• Interest in technology, education, or career development initiatives.
• Prior experience in business development or marketing is a plus.
• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in business, marketing, communications, or a related field is beneficial but not required.