Business Development & Capital Markets Analyst
Business Development & Capital Markets Analyst Infrastructure & Development (Kenya Focus) (Internship / Analyst Program)
Location: Remote
Work Format: Deliverable-based, flexible scheduling
Position Type: Internship / Analyst Program
Classification: Part-Time / Temporary / Seasonal
Program Duration: 8–12 weeks (aligned with academic term schedules and student availability)
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Role Overview
Morsby, Gorman, McCarthy LLC is seeking Business Development & Capital Markets Analyst Interns to support Kenya-focused infrastructure and development initiatives through stakeholder identification, capital alignment, outreach preparation, and funding strategy support.
This role is part of a Kenya-focused pilot initiative within a broader global infrastructure program and is designed to support the connection between infrastructure concepts and real-world execution pathways. The position plays a central role in aligning infrastructure initiatives with capital sources, strategic partners, development finance institutions, and government stakeholders.
Participants will contribute to identifying funding opportunities, analyzing potential capital structures, and supporting the development of outreach and positioning materials. The work produced through this role supports investor-facing narratives, partnership strategies, and project-level funding alignment.
The Business Development & Capital Markets Analyst serves as the bridge between internal analysis and external execution by helping translate research, data, and strategy into capital-ready positioning.
The scope of this role is educational and structured. Participants will not be expected to independently execute live financial transactions, negotiate deals, or perform advanced financial structuring. Instead, they will contribute to guided, scoped tasks designed to support learning and professional development.
This role is designed primarily as an educational and experiential learning opportunity. All assigned tasks are structured to support skill development, academic alignment, and professional growth, rather than to replace the work of paid employees.
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Core Purpose of the Role
The core purpose of this role is to support the alignment of infrastructure initiatives with capital sources and strategic partners by:
Identifying and categorizing potential stakeholders across public and private sectors
Supporting analysis of funding pathways and capital structures
Assisting in the preparation of outreach materials and positioning documents
Contributing to internal strategy related to partnerships and investor engagement
Supporting the translation of project concepts into investable narratives
Assisting in aligning infrastructure initiatives with real-world execution pathways
This role is educational in nature and designed to provide practical exposure to business development, capital markets, and infrastructure financing within a structured project environment.
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Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Capital Markets Analyst Interns may contribute to activities including, but not limited to:
Identifying potential stakeholders, including investors, development finance institutions, government entities, and strategic partners
Conducting research on infrastructure investment trends, capital markets, and funding models
Supporting analysis of potential funding structures, including public-private partnerships (PPP), blended finance, and institutional investment
Assisting in the preparation of outreach materials, summaries, and positioning documents
Supporting the development of internal stakeholder maps and engagement strategies
Contributing to the preparation of materials for external engagement
Assisting in aligning research and strategy outputs with capital market expectations
Supporting internal discussions related to project positioning and investor alignment
Organizing and categorizing stakeholder and capital-related information
Documenting findings and supporting structured outputs for use across teams
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Example Project Applications
Participants may contribute to tasks such as:
Identifying potential funding sources for infrastructure projects
Supporting development of summaries for investor or stakeholder outreach
Researching development finance institutions and capital providers
Assisting in mapping relationships between projects and potential partners
Supporting internal discussions around funding pathways and project positioning
Contributing to materials used for investor-facing presentations
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Expected Deliverables
Participants may be expected to produce structured outputs such as:
Stakeholder identification lists and categorized databases
Summaries of potential capital sources and funding pathways
Draft outreach materials and positioning summaries
Internal documents outlining potential partnership structures
Research summaries related to infrastructure investment and capital markets
Supporting materials for investor or stakeholder engagement
Deliverables will be clearly defined and scoped based on project needs and participant experience level. All outputs will be reviewed to ensure quality, clarity, and alignment with project objectives.
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Nature of the Work
This is a structured, business-focused internship role designed to provide practical exposure to how infrastructure projects are positioned, funded, and brought toward execution.
Participants will gain exposure to:
Understanding how infrastructure projects connect to capital markets
Learning how stakeholder identification and outreach supports project development
Exploring funding models such as PPP, blended finance, and institutional investment
Supporting the creation of investor-ready narratives
Understanding how research and strategy translate into real-world execution
The role combines independent analytical work with collaboration across research, data, and strategy teams.
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Qualifications
Candidates for this role should ideally demonstrate:
Strong communication and analytical skills
Ability to understand business, financial, and strategic concepts
Strong organizational and research abilities
Ability to work independently within a structured, deliverable-driven environment
Interest in finance, investment, business development, or strategy
Ability to synthesize information and communicate clearly
Prior industry experience in finance or capital markets is not required. Foundational academic exposure and demonstrated interest are sufficient.
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Preferred Academic Backgrounds / Majors
This role may be particularly well suited to students or early-career individuals from backgrounds such as:
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
International Business
International Relations
Entrepreneurship
Public Policy (economic or development focus)
Related business, economic, or strategic disciplines
Candidates from adjacent fields with strong analytical and communication skills are encouraged to apply.
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Nice to Have
The following are not required, but may strengthen a candidate’s fit:
Interest in infrastructure investment, private equity, or capital markets
Familiarity with financial concepts such as valuation, funding structures, or investment analysis
Exposure to business development, consulting, or strategy-related coursework
Strong written communication skills for professional outreach
Experience with presentations, business cases, or structured reporting
Familiarity with stakeholder mapping or relationship management concepts
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Tools & Exposur
Participants may gain exposure to:
Structured business development workflows
Stakeholder identification and mapping frameworks
Basic financial and capital market concepts
Development of outreach and positioning materials
Internal collaboration tools and documentation systems
Participants may receive introductory guidance on how capital markets, infrastructure finance, and stakeholder engagement are approached in professional settings.
The role emphasizes applied learning and structured exposure rather than advanced financial execution.
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Preferred Candidate Level
This role is designed to be accessible to strong candidates across multiple academic stages:
Sophomore and Junior students preferred
Junior, Senior, and Graduate students may take on more advanced responsibilities
Exceptional Freshman candidates may be considered based on demonstrated ability
Strong candidates at any level with relevant skills are encouraged to apply
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Who This Role Is Best For
This role is a strong fit for:
Students interested in finance, investment, or business development
Individuals who enjoy understanding how projects are funded and executed
Candidates interested in stakeholder engagement and partnership strategy
Individuals seeking exposure to real-world capital markets and infrastructure financing
Candidates who are analytical, communicative, and strategically curious
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Program Structure & Time Commitment
Program Duration
8–12 weeks aligned with academic schedules
Time Commitment
Approximately 5–15 hours per week (target ~10 hours/week)
Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic responsibilities
Extension Possibility
Extensions may be considered based on performance and project needs
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Compensation
This is an unpaid, educational internship designed for academic and professional development. The role focuses on skill-building, applied experience, and mentorship rather than paid employment.
This internship is structured as an educational experience and is intended to comply with applicable guidelines governing unpaid internships. The primary beneficiary of the program is the participant, with a focus on skill development, training, and academic alignment.
The organization does not rely on the work of interns for immediate commercial advantage, and all contributions are structured within a learning and mentorship framework.
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Educational & Academic Credit Framework
This role is designed as a structured educational experience. Participants will receive guidance, defined responsibilities, and mentorship throughout the program.
The position is intended to complement academic study and does not replace paid employee roles.
This internship may be eligible for academic credit depending on institutional requirements. Participants are responsible for coordinating with their university.
The organization is willing to provide documentation and supervision confirmation where appropriate.
Tasks and deliverables may be aligned, where applicable, with academic coursework, independent study, or internship credit requirements to support institutional learning objectives.
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Learning Outcomes
Participants can expect to:
Develop understanding of infrastructure investment and capital markets
Gain experience identifying and analyzing funding opportunities
Learn how to align projects with stakeholders and capital sources
Develop business development and strategic thinking skills
Improve communication and professional writing capabilities
Gain exposure to real-world project positioning and outreach preparation
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Supervision & Program Structure
Participants will operate within a defined supervisory structure, with clearly assigned points of contact and oversight.
They may receive:
Defined assignments and deliverables
Guidance on stakeholder identification and capital alignment
Feedback on communication and analytical outputs
Ongoing coordination with project leads
Support when working with unfamiliar concepts or tasks
Participants will not be expected to independently manage external stakeholder communications or represent the organization without oversight.
Work will be reviewed periodically to ensure quality, clarity, and alignment with project standards.
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Feedback & Evaluation
Participants will receive feedback on:
Analytical thinking and research quality
Clarity of communication
Organization and structure of outputs
Ability to align work with project objectives
Reliability and consistency in deliverables
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Professional Expectations
Participants are expected to:
Maintain organized and accurate work
Communicate clearly and professionally
Meet agreed-upon deadlines
Follow structured workflows and incorporate feedback
Demonstrate reliability and accountability
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What You’ll Gain
Exposure to infrastructure investment and capital markets
Experience identifying and analyzing funding pathways
Development of business development and strategic thinking skills
Experience contributing to real-world project positioning
Professional mentorship and structured feedback
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Growth Opportunities
High-performing participants may be considered for:
Expanded responsibilities
Continued involvement in active initiatives
Participation in advanced project-based work
Potential transition into long-term or full-time roles
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Application Instructions
Apply via Handshake and submit:
Resume
Handshake profile
A brief 3–5 sentence statement of interest explaining your motivation and relevant interests
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Summary Positioning Statement
This role is intended to function as a structured, educational, business-focused internship that provides hands-on experience in business development, capital markets, and infrastructure project alignment. It is designed to support academic learning while providing practical exposure to real-world funding, partnership, and execution pathways within infrastructure and development initiatives.