Business Development Analyst, Part-time, Ohio

Hopper Consulting; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from senior consultants

Professional development stipend

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Hopper Consulting is seeking a motivated part-time student intern (15–20 hours per week) to support a GovCon client in Dayton, OH. The successful applicant will provide strategy and growth consulting for multiple government contracting firms; ideal for a college senior seeking hands-on GovCon experience with potential to move into a full-time role after graduation.

A flexible, mostly remote schedule with some in-person Dayton meetings is offered.

Qualifications

• US Citizen required.
• Completed at least 85 college credits at an accredited university.
• College seniors preferred; interest in business, consulting, or government contracting.
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to GovCon clients for business development and growth.
• Conduct market research and compile data on federal contracting opportunities.
• Assist in preparing presentations, capture plans, and proposal materials.
• Support business development activities for multiple GovCon clients.
• Participate in occasional virtual or in-person meetings during business hours.
• Provide administrative and analytical support to senior consultants.

Skills

Strong research, writing, and organiz.

Ability to work independently

Capable of applying models and frames

Interest in GovCon/consulting/business

MS Office proficiency

Education

85+ college credits completed

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools familiarity

Job description

Job Description: Hopper Consulting is seeking a motivated part-time student intern (15–20 hours per week) to support a business development client in Dayton, OH. The successful applicant will provide strategy and growth consulting for multiple government contracting firms. This role is ideal for a college senior who wants hands‑on experience in the GovCon sector, with the potential to transition into a full‑time role after graduation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to GovCon clients for business development and growth.
• Conduct market research and compile data on federal contracting opportunities.
• Assist in preparing presentations, capture plans, and proposal materials.
• Support business development activities for multiple GovCon clients
• Participate in occasional virtual or in-person meetings during business hours.
• Provide administrative and analytical support to senior consultants.

Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have completed a minimum of 85-hours of college credits at an accredited university.
• College seniors preferred, ideally interested in business, consulting, or government contracting
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); familiarity with CRM tools a plus.
• Capable of applying models and frameworks to help solve complex challenges
• Interest in government contracting, consulting, or business development.
• Must be in the Dayton, OH area.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Strong skills in presenting data visualizations and business infographics in PowerPoint
• Previous experience with business development or government contracting

Schedule and Work Environment:

• 15–20 hours per week (flexible, asynchronous work with occasional scheduled meetings).
• Schedule can be adjusted around school commitments.
• Primarily remote with some in‑person collaboration in Dayton, OH as needed.

Why Join Us?

• Gain direct exposure to the government contracting (GovCon) industry.
• Build skills in business development, capture planning, and federal market research.
• Opportunity to transition into a full‑time position after graduation.
• Work with and learn from senior consultants and Subject Matter Experts in the GovCon industry

Pay and Benefits:

• $20.00 per hour
• $1,500 annually for professional development training (upon supervisor approval)
• 3% contribution to 401K, immediately vested