Business Development Intern

Socket.dev; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Evans Network of Companies in Wilmington, NC is offering a Business Development Intern position with Evans Delivery. The role provides hands-on exposure to the company's business model, sales process, customers, and market, starting with learning the Evans model and observing activities.

As you grow, you'll participate in prospecting and outreach, support research and data projects, and contribute to customer development while maintaining updates on progress.

Qualifications

• Current post-secondary student entering junior or senior year, pursuing a relevant Bachelor's degree.
• Customer service experience and strong computer skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and organizational abilities.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn Evans Delivery business model, services, customers, and development process.
• Shadow team members and participate in calls to gain exposure to sales.
• Assist with spreadsheet-based projects, data review, and analyses.
• Conduct research to identify markets, industries, customers, and opportunities.
• Organize and maintain business development data used to support sales.
• Assist with projects that support customer and prospect development.
• Develop understanding of how customer needs align with Evans offerings.
• As knowledge grows, participate in supervised prospecting and outreach.
• Provide updates on projects, research, and activities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

MS Office

Self-starter

Adaptability

Communication

Travel

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain / related field

Job description

Description

The Business Development Intern provides support to the Evans Delivery Business Development team while gaining hands‑on exposure to the company's business model, sales process, customers, and market. The internship will initially focus on learning the Evans model, observing business development activities, participating in sales calls, and assisting with research, spreadsheet analysis, and data‑related projects. As the intern develops a stronger understanding of the business and sales process, they may progressively participate in prospecting and other business development activities.

Essential Job Duties

• Learn the Evans Delivery business model, services, customer base, and business development process
• Shadow Business Development team members and participate in customer, prospect, and internal sales‑related calls to gain exposure to the sales process
• Assist with spreadsheet‑based projects, data review, analysis, and other business development initiatives
• Conduct research to identify prospective markets, industries, customers, and business opportunities
• Organize, review, and maintain business development information and data used to support sales activities
• Assist the Business Development team with projects and activities that support customer and prospect development
• Develop an understanding of how customer needs align with Evans Delivery's service offerings and capabilities
• As knowledge and experience increase, participate in supervised prospecting and business development outreach to prospective customers
• Provide updates on assigned projects, research, and business development activities
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Current post‑secondary student, entering their Junior or Senior year, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Customer service experience
• Strong computer skills and technically savvy
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self‑starter, punctual, reliable, organized, and eager to learn
• High degree of accountability and persistence
• Adaptable to changing priorities
• Must be able to work at least 15 hours a week
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent persuasive skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong sense of urgency
• Travel is required based on operational and customer needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Administrative experience

Why The Evans Network of Companies (ENOC) is Different

At ENOC, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a family. Here’s what sets us apart:

• People & Leadership: We prioritize building strong, meaningful relationships with our employees. Our leaders are approachable, supportive, and dedicated to fostering an environment of growth, trust, and open communication.
• Engaging Job Duties: We understand that fulfilling work leads to job satisfaction. At ENOC, we offer meaningful roles that challenge and empower employees to excel in their areas of expertise while providing the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
• A Family-Oriented Culture: We treat every employee like family. From offering support during life’s challenges to celebrating milestones together, the sense of community and genuine care here sets us apart. You won’t just work with colleagues; you’ll work with friends.
• Positive Work Environment: We foster a culture that emphasizes respect, collaboration, and well‑being. The environment is designed to inspire creativity and productivity while promoting a healthy work‑life balance, making it a place where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Schedule - In Person, On Site

15-25 hours a week with a flexible schedule Monday - Friday, within the hours of 8:30am - 4:30pm

Location Address

2715 Ashton Dr., Ste 200, Wilmington, NC 28412

We have always been & will always be a family business. When a person partners with The Evans Network, they become a part of our family. That was the belief of our founder, Albert L. Evans, Sr. Founded in 1939 in Pottsville PA, the company has evolved into the largest Intermodal Drayage provider in the United States. As of today, expanded operations include Truckload, Flatbed, LTL/Final Mile and transportation/logistics services.

The Evans Network of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who accept a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete a background check and employment verification, including the prior 7 years of employment history, consistent with applicable law.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions:

This position operates primarily within a controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. Employees may experience swings in work‑related demands of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The position often requires sitting for long periods of time in front of a computer.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.