Business Development Internship

Propra; Calgary; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Propra in Calgary seeks a Business Development Intern to support revenue growth and scale go-to-market operations. You will focus on market research, inbound lead qualification, AI-driven workflows, and pipeline management, gaining hands-on exposure at the intersection of BD and AI tools.

You will collaborate with marketing, product, and customer success teams, building AI prompts and integrations, ensuring data hygiene, and contributing to sales enablement materials throughout a 4-month

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year and returning to studies after the work term.
• Based in or relocating to Calgary, Alberta.
• Interest or experience in business development, market research, marketing, or operations.
• Practical experience with Claude and AI platforms, including building integrations.
• Clear written and verbal communication with strong organizational skills.
• Proactive, independent worker who collaborates across teams.
• Eager to learn SaaS growth strategies and property technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify target accounts and opportunities.
• Respond to and qualify inbound inquiries to route prospects efficiently.
• Build AI-driven workflows to support BD operations.
• Integrate AI platforms with our CRM and growth stack for automation.
• Design prompts and integrations to speed research and content creation.
• Maintain accurate account data, logs, and pipeline in CRM.
• Contribute to sales enablement materials like decks and case studies.
• Assist in partnerships, events, and multi-channel campaigns.

Skills

Market research

Lead qualification

AI automation

CRM

Claude

Communication

Organization

Cross-functional

Education

Undergraduate (3rd/4th year)

Tools

Claude

CRM software

AI platforms

Job description

About Propra

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.

Company 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.

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.

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.