Business Development Intern

Lewis & Ellis Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Lewis & Ellis Inc. is seeking motivated individuals for a structured phone-based outbound calling role focused on lead generation and appointment setting. Ideal candidates are confident on the phone and highly organized, capable of working towards clear performance goals. In addition to a competitive hourly wage of $15-20, this position offers opportunities to develop professional communication skills and gain hands-on experience in business development. Candidates must be pursuing a degree and available for 10–15 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Available for 10–15 hours per week.
• Strong interest in sales, consulting, or business development.
• Flexible schedule aligning with full-time student commitments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound calls using provided scripts.
• Set appointments for senior consulting professionals.
• Engage prospects professionally and confidently.
• Track call activity and follow-ups accurately.
• Work towards daily and weekly performance goals.

Skills

Phone communication skills

Organizational skills

Resilience

Goal-oriented

Verbal communication

Education

Pursuing degree in Marketing or Business

Job description

Lewis & Ellis, Inc. is seeking motivated individuals for a structured, phone-based outbound calling role focused on lead generation and appointment setting. This position requires individuals who are confident on the phone, highly organized, and resilient in the face of rejection.

This is not a social media or event-marketing role. Success in this position comes from consistency, professionalism, and the ability to execute within a structured calling environment.

What You'll Do

• Conduct outbound calls using provided scripts and frameworks
• Set appointments for senior consulting professionals at a respected actuarial firm
• Engage prospects in a professional and confident manner
• Track call activity, outcomes, and follow-ups with accuracy
• Work toward clear daily and weekly performance goals
• Represent L&E with professionalism in all interactions

Compensation

• $15-20 per hour
• $50 per appointment set and realized
• This role is performance-driven, offering strong upside for individuals who are consistent and effective on the phone.

What You'll Gain

• Develop professional phone communication skills and confidence in a structured environment
• Hands- on experience in sales, business development, and client outreach
• Exposure to a performance-driven role with measurable results
• Insight into working alongside experienced consulting professionals

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Naturally confident and comfortable speaking on the phone
• Organized, goal-oriented, and self-disciplined
• Resilient and able to handle rejection positively
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Able to follow scripts while maintaining a natural tone
• Dependable and consistent with time commitments

Qualifications

• Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (Community college students encouraged to apply)
• Availability of 10–15 hours per week
• Strong interest in sales, consulting, or business development
• Flexible schedule that aligns well with full-time student commitments

Assessment Requirement

All candidates must complete a Berke Assessment, which serves as the primary screening tool to ensure alignment with our proven outbound caller profile. Link is here: https://LewisEllisInc.asmt.io/X7KKX3TC4/BasicJob-Assessment