About the role#
The New Business Intern will support the New Business team through research, prospecting, and administrative assistance. This part-time, paid internship offers exposure to agency new business development, marketing strategy, and brand positioning. The role requires 20-24 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Support the team with research and prospecting efforts.
- Develop one-page prospect profiles and prepare pre-kickoff research packets for the Business Development Supervisor.
- Maintain data in HubSpot and update CRM records.
- Assist in the creation of pitch decks, capabilities presentations, and RFP responses.
- Pull relevant case studies, update team bios, and populate proposal templates.
- Conduct competitive landscape research, track industry trends, and analyze category news.
- Participate in internal meetings by scheduling kickoffs, coordinating reviews, preparing agendas, and maintaining action-item lists.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Advertising, or a related field.
- Genuine interest in agency new business development, brand strategy, and the marketing landscape.
- Strong research, writing, and presentation skills with the ability to present data clearly.
- Proficiency or a willingness to learn PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Columbus, Ohio.
- The role is hybrid, with in-office attendance required on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
About The Shipyard
The Shipyard is an advertising services firm founded in 2014. It operates out of headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, and maintains additional offices in California. The company employs 326 people and provides services including brand strategy, media planning, and digital design. Its portfolio includes integrated communications and digital studio agencies.
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