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Business Development Intern - Spring 2027

DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.
Posted 25 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Part Time

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  • DMA is seeking an Intern for Practice Development to support their business development team with outreach, research, and client coordination.
  • Candidates should be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, with a strong interest in sales and client-facing roles.
  • This part-time position requires 29 hours per week and offers a salary of $20 per hour.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and be proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • No prior experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain exposure in business development.

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 offerings 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-time29 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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