Intern, Business Development

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Role Description:

The Global Business Development (GBD) summer intern will join a dynamic team focused on advancing ASTM International's strategic initiatives and global partnerships. Working 20-35 hours per week in a hybrid setting (remote and/or at the DC or HQ offices as needed), the intern will support the GBD team by:

• Assisting with research projects and assignments related to business development opportunities and industry trends.
• Gathering and synthesizing business intelligence on assigned topics, markets, or target organizations.
• Updating contacts, accounts, and corporate hierarchies in the CRM system to ensure data accuracy and support outreach efforts.
• Utilizing in-house reporting tools and business systems to collect and organize information on standards and training-related activities.
• Providing analysis and preparing concise reports or presentations for the team as assigned.

This position is designed for a rising junior or senior undergraduate student with a strong interest in business, marketing, or management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain familiarity with ASTM's mission, structure, and the role of the Global Business Development (GBD) team within the organization.
• Conduct research projects on assigned topics, delivering concise summaries that highlight key findings and their relevance to ASTM's business development strategy.
• Collect and synthesize business intelligence on specific markets, organizations, or technologies, producing actionable insights for the GBD team.
• Accurately update and maintain contacts, accounts, and corporate hierarchies in the CRM system, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
• Utilize in-house reporting tools and business systems to gather, organize, and present information on standards and training-related activities.
• Analyze data and trends related to standards and training, preparing clear reports or dashboards for team use.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively in both written and verbal formats, adapting style for different audiences.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and work independently in a hybrid or remote environment.
• Build professional relationships with colleagues, exhibiting strong listening and collaboration skills.
• Represent ASTM professionally in all interactions, upholding the organization's brand and values.

General Responsibilities:

• Assist GBD team with research projects and assignments
• Obtain business intelligence on assigned topics or targets
• Update contacts, accounts and corporate hierarchies in the CRM system
• Utilize in-house reporting tools and business systems to gather information on existing standards and training related activities
• Provide analysis as assigned

Education:

Must be enrolled in a related Bachelor's degree program as a rising Junior or Senior at an accredited College or University.

Key Requirements & Competencies:

• Rising Junior or Senior with a concentration in Business or Marketing
• Background in Business or Management with a strong interest in business development.
• Knowledge working with IT systems and MSFT Office.
• Must have exceptional high quality written and spoken English skills.
• Must be able to set priorities and communicate effectively in a high volume environment.
• Self starter with the ability to work independently.
• Good communicator and good listener - strong ability to build a rapport with colleagues.
• Well organized. Good planner. Attention to detail.
• Professional image: Candidate will represent the ASTM brand and may be outward facing at times.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent and close visual work at desk or computer.
• Frequent sitting and working at desk.
• Frequent verbal and written communication with team and other stakeholders by phone or video conferencing.

Time Requirements & Compensation:

• Hybrid - 2 or 3 days in the West Conshohocken or Washington D.C Office
• 35 hours per week, June through August.
• Compensation: $18.00/Hour

This job description is not intended to provide an all-inclusive listing of related job activities. Interns may be requested by management to perform other related activities in place of or in addition to those representative activities noted in this job description.

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