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Business Development Intern

Middleground It
Chicago, IL Intern
POSTED ON 2/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

We are a small and rapidly growing IT Managed Service Provider located in the Loop. We provide outsourced IT services to clients in the Chicago area, including industries such as Healthcare, Legal, Financial, Manufacturing, Federal Government, and many more. We are very fast paced and this position requires quick thinking and a "can do" attitude. We are looking for an eager, hungry, and motivated individual for part time hourly employment who is willing to work hard and be a team player.

Brief Summary

The Business Development Intern will support the newly formed FedGov Sales team and assist in prospecting efforts for potential US Federal Government IT opportunities. The individual will also focus on reviewing incoming requests for proposals (RFPs) and assist in crafting the written responses. This role will primarily focus on business development opportunities with the US Federal Government and all underlying agencies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assists in the development of viable new and existing federal government IT opportunities and contracts
  • Assists in the review of requests for proposals and corresponding written responses
  • Analyzes current market trends and federal agency IT spending
  • Other duties as assigned

Competencies

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work effectively individually as well as with a team
  • Able to react quickly and thrive in quickly changing environment
  • Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Excellent problem solving ability and ability to think on their feet
  • Requirements

  • Must be pursuing Bachelor's degree in business, political science, management, or equivalent
  • Experience with US government structure is preferred
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Strong analytical skills with knowledge of finance / business concepts is preferred
  • Strong interest in technology and government policy
  • Experience or interest operating with high energy and flexibility in a fast-paced, dynamic and entrepreneurial environment
  • Federal level background check completion
  • Paid internship, starting at a very flexible 10-15 hours a week at our downtown Chicago office, with possible future opportunities to travel to Washington D.C. for contracting opportunities with upper management. Will provide brand new computer, phone, and professional office environment.

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