Business Development Intern

Summary

Join DEFCON AI as a Business Development Intern and contribute to the growth of this cutting-edge MS&A company. This remote internship, ideal for students in Eastern or Central US time zones, offers hands-on experience in market research, strategy development, client engagement, and proposal processes. You will gain valuable insights into for-profit business administration within a regulated industry, collaborate with various teams, and receive mentorship from senior leaders. The internship runs for 10-12 weeks during Summer 2025, paying $35/hour. This role is perfect for those pursuing a master's degree in a relevant field and seeking practical experience in business development.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a master's degree (MBA/MS) pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, International Business, Marketing, Economics, Entrepreneurship, or a related field
• Anticipated graduation date ranging from Fall/Winter 2025 to Spring 2026
• Prior experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Teams & Dynamics a plus
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Current or previous internship experiences or university experiences (i.e. research)
• Strong analytical, research, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Able to work at least 20 hours/week (not to exceed 40)
• Intellectual curiosity: willing to ask questions and assert a view when presented with a problem
• Team player: able to provide feedback and accept

Responsibilities

• Identify relevant contacts for the Business Development Engagement
• Report on current program performance by analyzing data sets, identifying trends, and drawing actionable conclusions to drive decision making
• Embrace our culture: Agility, Flexibility, Energy & Optimism
• Business Development: Assist in identifying and engaging potential clients and partners
• Identify and “map” relevant contacts for Business Development outreach
• Market Research and Strategy Development: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify new opportunities and support the development of our go-to-market strategy
• Analyze industry trends, and ideate on potential business opportunities and threats
• Product and Project Development: Collaborate with the engineering and Analytics teams to translate market insights into business opportunities. Contribute to the development of our long-term strategy and product roadmap
• Operational Support: Assist in the implementation of scalable processes and workflows to support the growth of our business
• Participate in Mentor 1-on-1s with your designated supervisor and our Executive Team

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Teams & Dynamics a plus

Benefits

• A fully remote, results-based work environment
• Mentorship opportunities with senior Defense Industry Leaders