Business Development Intern

Balfour-Beatty; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour-Beatty in Atlanta seeks a motivated analyst to support the regional business development team through market research, opportunity tracking, CRM upkeep, and client outreach. You will assist with proposal development, pursuit intelligence, and event planning, gaining exposure to construction, marketing, preconstruction, and client relationship management under the Director of Business Development.

Ideal candidates are organized, detail-focused, able to juggle deadlines, and capable of

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma with strong organizational and writing skills.
• Experience in research or project management in academic or professional settings.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Strong writing and proofreading abilities are essential.
• Ability to maintain and update CRM data.
• Preferred: pursuing a degree in Business or Marketing and familiarity with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to support regional business development.
• Track opportunities and maintain CRM data for projects and personnel.
• Coordinate client engagement activities and assist with event planning.
• Support proposal development efforts and prepare pursuit intelligence.
• Assist with client outreach and communications under supervision.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Writing & proofreading

Independent work

CRM updates

Education

High School Diploma

Pursuing degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Adobe Suite

CRM platforms

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Summary

Supports the regional business development team by conducting market research, tracking opportunities, maintaining CRM data, coordinating client engagement activities, supporting proposal development efforts, preparing pursuit intelligence, and assisting with event planning and client outreach. This role provides exposure to construction, marketing, preconstruction, and client relationship management while developing future business development professionals. The individual in this role reports directly to the Director of Business Development.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience conducting research or managing projects in an academic or professional environment.
• Possess excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong writing and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Participate in CRM database updates and maintenance, specifically project and employee information.
• High School Diploma

Preferred Requirements

• Pursuing degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Technical Skills / Experience with: Microsoft Copilot, Adobe Suite, CRM platforms, Microsoft Suite.
• Being research oriented.
• Comfortable initiating conversations and building relationships.
• Possess strong presentation skills.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys gathering and organizing information.