About the role#
Corus International is looking for a Business Development Intern to support our new business efforts. You will report to the Manager of Business Development and assist with donor research, data management, and proposal development. This is a temporary, part-time position lasting up to eight months.
What you'll do#
- Monitor donor websites, procurement forecasts, and funding trends daily.
- Review solicitations to summarize key requirements, deadlines, and eligibility criteria.
- Distribute opportunity summaries through a daily internal email.
- Manage records in Salesforce by entering data, performing quality checks, and updating contact information.
- Prepare pipeline reports and participate in monthly data validation meetings.
- Conduct desk research and draft proposal content, including organizational profiles and capacity statements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in International Development, Business Administration, International Relations, Public Health, Economics, Communications, or a related field.
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
- Interest in international development, fundraising, or nonprofit management.
- Experience with internet-based research and synthesizing information into reports.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate across different teams and cultures.
- Previous internship experience and familiarity with Salesforce are preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Washington, DC.
- The role is hybrid, requiring in-office attendance on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- You will work 10 to 12 hours per week, with two hours of availability required each day, Monday through Friday, during business hours.
- This is a paid internship.
About Corus International
Corus International is a nonprofit organization founded in 2020. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, it operates as an ensemble of several non-profit and for-profit organizations including Lutheran World Relief and IMA World Health. The company focuses on international development and humanitarian assistance across Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Africa. It employs 270 people to address global health, economic stability, and disaster response.
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