BD Research & Prospecting Intern — Summer 2027

DMA; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP eligibility

Parental leave

Generous time off

Benefits packages

Work-life balance

Job summary

DMA, an employee-owned company in Lisle, IL, is offering a Summer 2027 Business Development Research Support Intern position. The role supports regional business development by researching prospects, gathering data, and maintaining accurate CRM records.

The internship emphasizes data-driven research, collaboration with marketing, and exposure to proposals and agreements. Regular 40 hours per week, onsite with minimal travel, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance and ESOP participation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university (junior standing or below).
• Strong internet research skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prospecting research.
• Assist the team with monthly reporting.
• Identify/update email addresses from webinars and email campaigns.
• Assist team members with targeted company information for research projects.
• Aid the marketing team and provide webinar support (pre, post, during).
• Assist with the creation of agreements, proposals, and process agreements.
• Complete other projects such as 10-k Annual Review, refreshing Major Presence States research, and Database Client Account update.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Internet research

Excel

Word

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree (junior standing or below)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

DMA, an employee-owned company in Lisle, IL, is offering a Summer 2027 Business Development Research Support Intern position. The role supports regional business development by researching prospects, gathering data, and maintaining accurate CRM records.

The internship emphasizes data-driven research, collaboration with marketing, and exposure to proposals and agreements. Regular 40 hours per week, onsite with minimal travel, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance and ESOP participation.