Business Development/Marketing Intern

Ideasmyth is seeking an awesome intern who has a passion for creatively developing profitable business ideas. While this is currently an unpaid position, there is the possibility of compensation as a percentage of profits.

Intern Responsibilities:

  • Keeping regular updates to Ideasmyth’s comprehensive business plan
  • Collaborate with the CEO and Manager(s) about the development and execution of business strategies
  • Promote Ideasmyth’s services and events
  • Market research to help Ideasmyth expand its business
  • Develop strategies on how to make the most of Ideasmyth’s marketplace niche with social media and events planning
  • Maintain Ideasmyth’s LinkedIn page and post engaging articles to relevant groups
  • Maintain our CRM database on Nimble
  • Research grant, loan, and other small business opportunities

Requirements:

  • Interest in Business and Marketing using online social media tools
  • Detail oriented and strong analytical and writing skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Strong teamwork ethic
  • Technically proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access)

Ideasmyth is also recruiting for a more advanced intern to take on a manager position. This is the perfect opportunity for a graduate student seeking career experience in a leadership position. While this is currently an unpaid position, there is the possibility of compensation as a percentage of profits.

Business Development Manager Responsibilities:

  • Taking a leading role in drafting Ideasmyth’s comprehensive business plan
  • Collaborate with the CEO and Manager(s) about the development and execution of business strategies
  • Market research to help Ideasmyth expand its business
  • Develop strategies on how to make the most of Ideasmyth’s marketplace niche with social media and events planning
  • Research grant, loan, and other small business opportunities
  • Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction
  • Arrange business meetings with prospective clients
  • Promote the company’s products/services addressing or predicting clients’ objectives
  • Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines
  • Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support
  • Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers

Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree in Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurialism or other relevant fields
  • Currently enrolled in (or recently completed) a relevant graduate program
  • Interest in Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurialism using online social media tools
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize goals
  • Detail oriented and strong analytical and writing skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Strong teamwork ethic
  • Technically proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access)

 

Application Instructions:

Please email HR@Ideasmyth.com with

  • your resume
  • a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the internship
  • a writing sample (non-academic preferred)

*Please use”IDEASMYTH BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/MARKETING INTERNSHIP: [your name]” as the email subject line.