Business Development Intern

SBH Community Service Network Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SBH Community Service Network Inc. in New York, NY is offering a full-time Summer 2026 Business Development Intern role with the potential to transition into a permanent position in September.

The internship includes hands-on training in lead generation, outreach, and CRM management, with opportunities to learn sales strategy and negotiation fundamentals. The role runs Monday through Friday, during standard business hours, with compensation of $25/hour for the summer.

Qualifications

• Interest in sales, business development, or entrepreneurship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the business development and sales team with lead generation and outreach.
• Research prospective clients, industries, and market opportunities.
• Assist with outbound calls, emails, and follow-ups to potential clients.
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for senior sales staff.
• Maintain and update CRM records with accurate prospect information.

Skills

Lead generation

Outbound outreach

CRM management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Pursuing or recently completed degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Full-Time (Summer 2026)
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours
Salary:Based on Experience
Opportunity: Option to Become a Permanent, Full-Time Role in September

Job Description: We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and personable Business Development Intern to join our team for a full-time Summer 2026 internship, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in building a career in sales, business development, or client relations. The ideal candidate is confident, curious, and eager to learn how to generate new business and build lasting professional relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the business development and sales team with lead generation and outreach
• Research prospective clients, industries, and market opportunities
• Assist with outbound calls, emails, and follow-ups to potential clients
• Help qualify leads and schedule meetings for senior sales staff
• Maintain and update CRM records with accurate prospect information
• Prepare basic reports on outreach activity and pipeline progress
• Participate in sales meetings and learn sales strategy, messaging, and negotiation fundamentals
• Provide general administrative and sales support as needed

Qualifications & Personality Traits:

• Strong interest in sales, business development, or entrepreneurship
• Outgoing, confident, and comfortable speaking with new people
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Comfortable taking initiative and learning through hands-on experience
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred (but not required)

Why This Role:

• Real-world exposure to sales and business development
• Direct mentorship and hands-on training
• Opportunity to develop communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Strong potential for long-term growth and a permanent role after the internship

$25/hr during the summer internship and $70,000 upon converting to full-time in September.

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