Business Development Intern

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist the Benefits sales team by collecting, organizing, reporting, and analyzing data utilizing Excel and AI-driven tools.

• Perform market research on potential clients, industries, and areas for growth.

• Develop and maintain databases of prospects, pipeline reports, business development trackers, and sales dashboards.

• Analyze intricate datasets to uncover trends, opportunities, and actionable business insights.

• Prepare presentations for clients, sales materials, reports, and communications related to business development.

• Engage in lead generation through identifying prospects and conducting market research.

• Aid in business development outreach and activities aimed at building relationships.

• Collaborate with sales leaders and team members on strategic initiatives and growth projects.

• Contribute to process improvement efforts within business development operations.

• Attend team meetings and share ideas that promote client engagement and organizational growth.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Business, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Risk Management, Insurance, or a related discipline.

• Strong enthusiasm for sales, business development, relationship management, or analytics.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and comfort with handling large datasets.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to work autonomously while juggling multiple priorities in a remote setting.

• Self-driven with a keen desire to learn and make contributions.

• Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Candidates must live and remain physically present in the United States for the entire duration of the internship.

• Previous experience in internships, leadership roles, sales, customer service, or business development is preferred.

• Familiarity with data analysis, reporting, market research, or business intelligence projects is preferred.

• Knowledge of AI-enabled productivity, research, or data analytics tools is preferred.

• Interest in the insurance, employee benefits, consulting, or financial services sectors is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid internship.

• Paid time off for company holidays, vacations, sick leave, and personal days.

• Paid parental leave.

• Access to mental health services.

• Benefits package that supports physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals.

• Opportunities for career development and exposure to potential full-time roles within Ryan Specialty.