Business Development Internship

Propra; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on in-office experience

Cross-functional exposure

Career development opportunities

Startup environment

Job summary

Propra seeks a Business Development Intern in Calgary to support revenue growth and GTM operations. You’ll research markets, qualify inbound leads, and build AI-driven workflows. You’ll integrate Claude and automation tools with our CRM and help create sales materials.

You will work closely with growth, marketing, and product teams, gaining hands-on experience in a fast‑moving SaaS startup environment and learning modern growth strategies.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year and returning to studies after the term.
• Located in Calgary or willing to relocate for the internship.
• Interest or experience in business development, sales, marketing, or operations.
• Experience with Claude and AI platforms, including integrations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong organization.
• Proactive, creative problem-solver who can work independently and with teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify target accounts and opportunities in property management.
• Qualify inbound inquiries and route prospects effectively.
• Build AI-driven workflows and integrate AI platforms with the CRM.
• Assist in lead enrichment, research, and data hygiene.
• Design prompts and tool integrations to speed up research and content creation.
• Maintain accurate account data and pipeline tracking in the CRM.
• Help create sales enablement materials like decks and case studies.
• Support competitive intelligence and multi-channel growth campaigns.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, and customer success.
• Draft and publish content across blogs, social media, and white papers.

Skills

Market research

Lead qualification

AI platforms

CRM systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Undergrad student

Tools

Claude

CRM

Automation tools

Job description

Propra is reimagining property management with a focus on using technology to alleviate the administrative burden for landlords and property managers so they can focus on what matters most, growing their business and delivering an exceptional living experience for their residents.

As a startup, you have the opportunity to join us on the ground floor and make a lasting impact. Our team is highly collaborative and customer-obsessed, often working beyond traditional role boundaries to move the business forward and create meaningful change.

Job Description

Position Overview: As a Business Development Intern, you will play a key role in supporting revenue growth and scaling our go-to-market operations. Working closely with the growth team, you will focus on market research, inbound lead qualification, AI-driven workflow automation, and pipeline management. This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of business development and modern AI tools, giving you direct exposure to how a fast‑growing tech startup expands its market presence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct market research to identify target accounts, key decision‑makers, and emerging opportunities in the property management space.
• Respond to and qualify inbound inquiries to ensure prospective clients are evaluated and routed efficiently.
• Build and maintain AI‑driven workflows using Claude and modern automation tools to streamline daily business development operations.
• Integrate AI platforms with our CRM and growth stack to automate lead enrichment, research, and data hygiene.
• Design custom AI prompts and connected tool integrations to accelerate market research, competitive intelligence, and content creation.
• Maintain accurate account data, interaction logs, and pipeline tracking within our CRM system.
• Help create and refine sales enablement materials, including pitch decks, one‑pagers, and case studies.
• Conduct competitive intelligence to map out market trends, pricing dynamics, and feature comparisons.
• Support the rollout and tracking of multi‑channel growth campaigns and email experiments.
• Assist in evaluating strategic industry partnerships, trade shows, and networking events for prospective leads.
• Collaborate on cross‑functional projects with marketing, product, and customer success to align business development with broader company goals.
• Help draft, update, and publish content across company blogs, social media channels, and white‑papers.

Qualifications

Who We're Looking For

You are currently enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of an undergraduate program and will be returning to studies after completing the work term.

You are located in Calgary or are relocating to Calgary.

You have a strong interest or prior experience in business development, sales, market research, marketing, or business operations.

You have practical experience with Claude and AI platforms, including building custom integrations that tie systems together cleanly.

You are a clear, articulate communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.

You are highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

You are a proactive problem‑solver who takes initiative and enjoys finding creative solutions.

You work well independently while collaborating effectively across cross‑functional teams.

You are eager to learn about modern SaaS growth strategies and the property technology space.

Join us at Propra and be a part of our exciting journey towards shaping the future of property management.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Full‑time 4‑month term starting in September 2026 and continuing until the end of December 2026 with the possibility of extension for an additional term based on performance.
• Hands‑on, in‑office experience in a dynamic and innovative environment where you'll be actively engaged in real projects from day one.
• A supportive and collaborative team that values creativity, new ideas, and making a real impact.
• Broad exposure to various aspects of the business, including product development, marketing, customer support, and business development.
• Professional growth and career development with potential advancement opportunities.

About Applying With Propra

At Propra, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that successful candidates may undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.