Business Development Intern - Spring 2027

About this role

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:   • 2026 Great Places to Work Certified • Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation) • Company paid parental leave • Generous time off package  • Multiple benefit plans , eligibility begins on day one of employment • Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees

Position Summary 

The   Intern,   Practice Development supports the business development team by   assisting   with outreach, research, and coordination of prospective client activities. This role provides exposure to DMA’s sales process, client engagement strategies, and service offering s while   supporting business development initiatives.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Assist   with outreach to prospective clients via phone and email to support meeting scheduling efforts   

• Help coordinate and prepare for meetings with prospective clients, including calendar scheduling and materials preparation   

• Support practice development leaders in executing outreach strategies and tracking engagement activities   

• Research prospective clients and industries to understand potential business needs

• Assist   in   identifying   potential opportunities and aligning them with DMA services and solutions   

• Maintain   accurate   records of outreach activities and update internal systems as directed   

• Support development of prospective client lists and sales leads through research and data gathering   

• Assist   in preparing responses to common client questions or objections   

• Participate in internal meetings to gain understanding of DMA services, business initiatives, and sales processes   

• Collaborate with marketing and business development teams on projects and initiatives   

• Help   maintain   organization of documentation, contact lists, and sales tracking tools   

• Perform other duties as assigned  

Education and Qualifications  

• Currently pursuing a   Bachelor’s degree in Business , Marketing, Communications, or related field   

• Interest in sales, business development, or client-facing roles   

• Strong verbal and written communication skills ,   organizational   skills   and attention to detail   

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment   

• Intermediate   proficiency   with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams;   Excel )    

• Strong listening skills and willingness to learn   

• Self-motivated with a positive, professional attitude  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements   • Work Schedule:   Part-time ,  29  hours/week  

• Travel:   None   

• Physical Activity:     o    Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use   o    Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds   o    Frequent repetitive motions with hands  

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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

It is DMA's policy to make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at HRDepartment@dmainc.com or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.

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