Business Development Intern
Business Development Intern
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to hit the ground running with responsibilities? Do you embrace creative challenges while still thinking outside of the box? If you said yes to any of these questions, then this opportunity is for you.
As a Shark Group Business Development Intern, you are an important part of the team. You will work directly with the Manager of Business Development in client development and customer service, project management, and market research while strengthening your critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills.
The Business Development division of The Shark Group has a #workhardplayhard mentality and is looking for the right, determined person to join our team. If you think you have what it takes, then we want to meet YOU.
Overview: The Shark Group is a marketing consulting firm that offers branding solutions for its world‐class clients of top brands and celebrities founded by Daymond John, CEO & Founder of FUBU and star of ABC’s hit business show Shark Tank. It has perfected the methods to ingrain companies, brands, and products into the social consciousness.
All applicants must possess the following skills:
Strong business writing and editing skills.
Solid organizational, analytical, logical reasoning, oral and written presentation skills.
Ability to speak and convey ideas and plans.
Highly motivated to get things done.
Ability to conduct research on competitors, partners, and potential business opportunities.
Strong initiative and willingness to take ownership and accountability in order to meet deadlines.
Organized, have a strong attention to detail, and be able to complete projects independently.
Enthusiasm to learn about the business.
Marketing, Communications, and/or Business Administration majors preferred.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with knowledge of both Mac and PC platforms.
Basic Design skills and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) preferred but not required.
Maximum amount of internship hours a week: 20 per week
Responsibilities Include:
Interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and assignments throughout the course of their internship, in line with their educational goals and career interests. Some of these responsibilities, projects, and assignments have been provided below:
Support the Manager of Business Development in any and all aspects of day-to-day operation of division.
Conduct relevant quantitative and qualitative market research.
Assist in the preparation or revision of client correspondences, status reports, improving business writing skills in the process.
Capability to develop and execute exceptional lead generating strategies for new accounts and to implement them.
Proactively research and secure new clients that align with existing and potential target markets.
Use innovative ways to prospect for new customers and improve the customer experience.
Supporting the management and tracking of prospective/current client data in Salesforce.
Note-taking during meetings.
Learn how to create sales reports.
Assist in pulling data and support with data management to ensure accurate reporting.
Perform extensive background research around potential new business clients and opportunities.
Assist the department staff with other special projects, as needed.
Learning Outcomes Include:
Ins and outs of sales
How to effectively find business leads
Brand skills and knowledge
Support various aspects of a team
How to conduct research on Talent
Management of special projects
Requirements:
Must be currently enrolled in a college or university and able to receive credit for your internship at The Shark Group.
Must provide an official school letter acknowledging proof of enrollment and eligibility.
All internships will be remote, candidates must have access to working wifi and a computer/ laptop.
This is an unpaid internship; however, a $10 daily travel stipend will be provided.
The Shark Group is in compliance with all State and Federal labor laws and guidelines.
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to hit the ground running with responsibilities? Do you embrace creative challenges while still thinking outside of the box? If you said yes to any of these questions, then this opportunity is for you.
As a Shark Group Business Development Intern, you are an important part of the team. You will work directly with the Manager of Business Development in client development and customer service, project management, and market research while strengthening your critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills.
The Business Development division of The Shark Group has a #workhardplayhard mentality and is looking for the right, determined person to join our team. If you think you have what it takes, then we want to meet YOU.
Overview: The Shark Group is a marketing consulting firm that offers branding solutions for its world‐class clients of top brands and celebrities founded by Daymond John, CEO & Founder of FUBU and star of ABC’s hit business show Shark Tank. It has perfected the methods to ingrain companies, brands, and products into the social consciousness.
All applicants must possess the following skills:
Strong business writing and editing skills.
Solid organizational, analytical, logical reasoning, oral and written presentation skills.
Ability to speak and convey ideas and plans.
Highly motivated to get things done.
Ability to conduct research on competitors, partners, and potential business opportunities.
Strong initiative and willingness to take ownership and accountability in order to meet deadlines.
Organized, have a strong attention to detail, and be able to complete projects independently.
Enthusiasm to learn about the business.
Marketing, Communications, and/or Business Administration majors preferred.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with knowledge of both Mac and PC platforms.
Basic Design skills and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) preferred but not required.
Maximum amount of internship hours a week: 20 per week
Responsibilities Include:
Interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and assignments throughout the course of their internship, in line with their educational goals and career interests. Some of these responsibilities, projects, and assignments have been provided below:
Support the Manager of Business Development in any and all aspects of day-to-day operation of division.
Conduct relevant quantitative and qualitative market research.
Assist in the preparation or revision of client correspondences, status reports, improving business writing skills in the process.
Capability to develop and execute exceptional lead generating strategies for new accounts and to implement them.
Proactively research and secure new clients that align with existing and potential target markets.
Use innovative ways to prospect for new customers and improve the customer experience.
Supporting the management and tracking of prospective/current client data in Salesforce.
Note-taking during meetings.
Learn how to create sales reports.
Assist in pulling data and support with data management to ensure accurate reporting.
Perform extensive background research around potential new business clients and opportunities.
Assist the department staff with other special projects, as needed.
Learning Outcomes Include:
Ins and outs of sales
How to effectively find business leads
Brand skills and knowledge
Support various aspects of a team
How to conduct research on Talent
Management of special projects
Requirements:
Must be currently enrolled in a college or university and able to receive credit for your internship at The Shark Group.
Must provide an official school letter acknowledging proof of enrollment and eligibility.
All internships will be remote, candidates must have access to working wifi and a computer/ laptop.
This is an unpaid internship; however, a $10 daily travel stipend will be provided.
The Shark Group is in compliance with all State and Federal labor laws and guidelines.
