About the role#
The Business Development Research Support Intern will gather data on prospects and current clients to support our regional business development process. You will help maintain accurate information in our CRM database. This is a full-time, paid internship for the Summer 2027 term based on-site in Lisle, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Conduct prospecting research and provide targeted company information for research projects.
- Assist the team with monthly reporting and database client account updates.
- Help the marketing team with webinar support before, during, and after events.
- Identify and update email addresses from company webinars and email campaigns.
- Assist in the creation of agreements and proposals.
- Complete specific projects such as 10-k Annual Reviews and refreshing Major Presence States research.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at an accredited university with junior standing or below.
- Strong internet research skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Majors in Business Administration, Marketing, or Economics are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Lisle, Illinois (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Travel: Less than 10% travel required.
About DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.
DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. is a privately held business consulting firm founded in 1972. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the company employs 975 people. It provides corporate tax services to public and private clients across the United States, Canada, and Europe. The firm specializes in areas such as property tax, tax technology, and sales and use tax.
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