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Business Development Research Support Intern - Summer 2027

Overview
DMA-DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. and affiliatesdmainc.comPosted 9 days ago
Chicago, IL, USOn-site
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Seniority level
Entry
Employment type
Intern
Specialization
Business development

About the role

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:

  • 2026 Great Places to Work Certified
  • Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
  • Company paid parental leave
  • Generous time off package
  • Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment
  • Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees

Responsibilities

  • Conduct prospecting research
  • Assist the team with monthly reporting
  • Identify/update email addresses resulting from company webinars and email campaigns
  • Assist team members with targeted company information needed for research projects
  • Aid the marketing team and provide webinar support (pre, post, and during)
  • Assist with the creation of agreements, proposals, and process agreements
  • Complete other projects as assigned such as 10-k Annual Review, refreshing Major Presence States research, and Database Client Account update
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university (junior standing or below)
  • Strong internet research skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Work Environment & Physical RequirementsWork Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/week

Travel: Less than 10% travel required

Key skills

  • CRM
  • Business Development
  • Excel

Benefits & perks

  • Equity
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness

Position Summary

The BD & Research Support Intern researches and gathers data on prospects and current clients, and ensures accurate information is entered and maintained in the CRM Database to support the regional business development process.

Physical Activity

Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use

Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds

Frequent repetitive motions with hands

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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

It is DMA's policy to make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.