Business Development Intern

Job Duties

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Business Development Intern is a temporary role (3 months) designed for current college students who are interested in exploring a career in sales and business development. This position provides hands-on learning opportunities to support the sales team by assisting with research, prospect outreach, and marketing initiatives. The intern will gain exposure to business development practices and collaborate with internal teams while contributing to lead generation activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in identifying potential customers using prospecting databases, social media, and networking tools.

Support the development and distribution of marketing content introducing company products and services.

Help schedule and coordinate introductory meetings with prospective customers.

Participate in collaborative sessions with sales team members to understand customer needs and sales strategies.

Conduct basic research on competitors and market trends.

Assist in preparing customer presentations and materials.

Provide general administrative support to the sales team, including report updates and tracking activities.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Sales Department.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Current college student pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain, or a related field.

Previous internship or part-time work experience is helpful but not required.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong interest in sales, business development, or marketing.

Willingness to learn and take direction in a professional environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team.

Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Positive attitude and high standard of professionalism.

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week for a 3-month temporary period (based on college class schedule)

The Wurth Difference:

Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry

Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention

Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly

Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis

Why Wurth:

Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service

Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service

Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more

Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability

Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service

10 paid holidays

EEOC STATEMENT:

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws. #LI-SJ1

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55445

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

BUSIN006918

Job Benefits

Not specified