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Events and Business Development Support Intern

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Experience:

Entry-level / graduate

Work from:

United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field., Strong organizational skills with attention to detail., Excellent written and verbal communication skills., Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite., Ability to work independently and as part of a team..

Key responsabilities:

Assist with accurate data entry and maintenance.
Coordinate logistics for corporate events.
Conduct market, company, and individual research.
Support sales reports preparation and analytics.
Facilitate virtual events and follow-ups.

Per Scholas SME https://www.perscholas.org/

201 - 500 Employees

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Job description

Your missions

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For nearly 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 25,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. At Per Scholas, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging aren't just buzzwords—they're in our DNA. 85+ percent of our learners are people of color, two in five are women, and more than half hold a high school diploma as their highest educational credential. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Position: Events and Business Development Support Intern

Reports to: Senior Manager Sales Enablement

Location: Remote

Salary: Unpaid Internship, Eligible for School Credits

SUMMARY

The Events and Business Development Support Consultant/Intern is a new position at Per Scholas to support our Account Strategy Team which leads our Corporate Engagement and Enterprise Sales work via fostering deep and meaningful connections with Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, to build a robust talent pipeline for now and the future.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive person to assist with data entry and coordination for our sales team, manage and facilitate corporate events, and conduct market, company, and individual research to support our business development initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in sales operations, event management, and business development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Entry and Coordination:

Assist the sales team with accurate and timely data entry into CRM systems.
Maintain and update sales records, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
Support the preparation of sales reports and analytics.

Events Management and Facilitation:

Coordinate logistics for corporate events, including scheduling, online venue arrangements, and attendee communications.
Assist in the planning and execution of events, ensuring smooth operations and a positive experience for all participants.
Facilitate virtual events by managing registrations, materials, and follow-up activities.

Market, Company, and Individual Research:

Conduct research on market trends, potential clients, and industry developments to support business development efforts.
Gather and analyze data on companies and individuals to identify potential business opportunities.
Prepare research reports and presentations for the wider Revenue team including Sales, and Development.

Qualifications:

Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.

Preferred but not required

Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) is a plus.
Experience and knowledge of business-to-business lead generation, sales processes, and account management.

#LI-REMOTE

This is an unpaid position.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!

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We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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