Business Development Intern at Ampersand Consulting in Miami, FL

Summary: Ampersand is a consulting firm focused on empowering clients and consultants in the age of AI. They are seeking a Business Development Intern to support pipeline-building efforts, conduct market research, and assist in managing outreach activities during Spring/Summer 2026. Responsibilities: - Research companies, industries, and prospective clients aligned with Ampersand’s focus areas - Build and maintain prospect lists and support pipeline tracking - Identify potential client, partner, and market opportunities - Support outbound outreach efforts across email, LinkedIn, and other business development channels - Help organize follow-up activity, notes, and next steps related to business development conversations - Conduct account research to support meetings, proposals, and opportunity development - Assist with light competitive and market research to inform growth strategy - Help maintain clean, organized business development materials and records Required Qualifications: - Strong interest in business development, sales, partnerships, or growth strategy - Clear written communication skills and professional judgment - Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized across multiple tasks - Comfort with research, synthesis, and administrative follow-through - Ability to work independently while staying connected to a small team - Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn - Familiarity with LinkedIn, Excel or Google Sheets, and presentation tools Preferred Qualifications: - Current undergraduate student or recent graduate - Background or coursework in business, marketing, communications, economics, management, or a related field - Prior internship, campus leadership, sales, or customer-facing experience is a plus, but not required Required Skills: Business development, Sales, Market research, Partnerships, Growth strategy, LinkedIn, Excel, Google Sheets, Presentation tools, Professional judgment, Curiosity, Clear written communication Benefits: Laptop provided for the duration of the internship