New Business Intern

We are looking for a curious, motivated New Business Intern to join our Columbus, OH team part-time, working 20-24 hours per week. This paid internship ($18/hour) offers hands-on exposure to agency new business development, marketing strategy, and brand positioning at a leading independent marketing and communications agency. This is a hybrid work from home/office position (in-office attendance is required on Tuesdays & Thursdays) and the candidate must live near Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

Support the New Business team in research and prospecting; Develop one-page prospect profiles; Prepare pre-kickoff research packets for the Business Development Supervisor; Enter new prospects into HubSpot; Update CRM records as needed; Assist with the development of pitch decks, capabilities presentations, and RFP responses; Pull relevant case studies; Update team bios; Populate proposal templates; Conduct competitive landscape research and industry/category analysis; Track industry trends and category news; Build competitive agency analyses; Participate in internal meetings and provide support such as schedule kickoffs, coordinate review meetings, prepare agendas, maintain meeting notes/action-item lists; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship; Must live near Columbus, OH; In-office attendance is required on Tuesdays & Thursdays; Genuine interest in agency new business development, brand strategy, and the broader marketing/advertising landscape; Strong research, writing, and presentation skills; Comfort working with data and presenting findings clearly; Proficiency (or eagerness to learn) in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; Positive, proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment; Ability to work independently and in team settings within an in-person and/or hybrid setting

Nice to have

Current enrollment in higher education (college, university, or vocational/technical program), prior completion of one, or equivalent hands-on experience

Benefits

Paid internship; Hands-on exposure to agency new business development, marketing strategy, and brand positioning; Hybrid work from home/office