Intern - Business Development (Summer 2027)

Williams International; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Williams International is seeking a Business Development Intern for Summer 2027 at our World Headquarters in Pontiac, MI. The role supports market research, marketing strategy, and proposal preparation under supervision.

Qualified students are pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering, Business, or PM, with proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills to translate complex product concepts into compelling business cases.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Engineering, Business, or PM for Summer 2027 (junior/senior) or enrolled in Fall 2027 Master’s program.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong writing/presentation skills.
• Ability to translate complex product characteristics into compelling business development content.

Responsibilities

• Assist in market research Product/market insights to inform decisions.
• Contribute to development of marketing strategies and should-cost estimates.
• Support implementation of systems to improve market information collection/communication.
• Help prepare proposals with estimates, scope of work, schedules, terms and prices for customer requests for proposals.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Technical translation

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering/Business/PM

Master's program (Fall 2027)

Job description

Intern - Business Development (Summer 2027)

Job Category: Business Development

Requisition Number: INTER006517

• Posted : September 9, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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World Headquarters
Pontiac, MI 48341, USA

Description

Who We Are

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

The Opportunity

Williams International has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Intern to join our team for summer 2027.

The Business Development Intern works as a member of the Business Development team, under the direction and guidance of a Director, to assist in the development of market research products to inform company decision makers; the development of marketing strategies; the development of should-cost estimates; the implementation of systems to improve the collection and communication of market information; and the preparation of proposals including estimates, scope of work, schedules, terms and conditions and prices for various customer requests for proposals. Close coordination with other groups within Williams International and the customer is necessary.

Qualifications

• Must currently be enrolled in a Bachelors Degree program in Engineering, Business, or Project Management at junior or senior standing for Summer 2027, or enrolled in a Fall 2027 Master's program
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent writing, presentation and speaking communication techniques are necessary
• Ability to translate complex product technical characteristics into compelling business development products is required
• Business development, marketing, program management, or U.S. Government contract management experience will be very useful
• Must be capable of working in a fast paced and pressure filled environment, on both commercial and U.S. Department of Defense projects
• U.S. citizenship is required
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U.S. Department of State.

Additional Information

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.
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