Business Development & Growth Intern

Downstreet Digital is seeking a motivated Business Development & Growth Intern to work directly with agency leadership on new business development, prospect research, sales outreach, and growth strategy.

This is a hands-on internship designed for a student interested in sales, marketing, entrepreneurship, or business development. You’ll get an inside look at how a growing digital marketing agency identifies opportunities, builds relationships, and wins new clients.

What You'll Do

• Research prospective businesses, organizations, and decision-makers
• Help build and organize prospect lists using tools such as Apollo
• Research industries, companies, conferences, and potential new markets
• Assist with personalized email and LinkedIn outreach
• Prepare background research before sales meetings and prospect conversations
• Help identify attendees and target prospects before industry conferences and events
• Assist with post-event follow-up and CRM organization
• Track outreach activity, responses, and business development opportunities
• Participate in selected sales meetings, strategy discussions, and networking events
• Learn how digital marketing solutions are positioned and sold to businesses

What You'll Learn

You'll gain practical experience in:

• B2B sales and business development
• Prospecting and lead generation
• Sales technology and CRM tools
• Digital marketing strategy
• Client acquisition
• Networking and relationship building
• Agency operations and entrepreneurship

Who We're Looking For

Ideal candidates are:

• Currently pursuing a degree in business, marketing, communications, entrepreneurship, or a related field
• Curious and comfortable researching businesses and people
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong written communicators
• Comfortable learning new technology
• Professional and dependable
• Interested in sales, marketing, entrepreneurship, or potentially starting a business someday

Prior sales or marketing experience is not required.

Internship Details

• Fall 2026 semester
• Approximately 8–12 hours per week
• Flexible schedule around classes
• Academic credit available where approved by the student's college or university
• Opportunity to attend selected conferences, networking events, and client/business development meetings
• Direct mentorship from Downstreet Digital's president

Our goal is for the intern to finish the semester with meaningful, real-world business development experience rather than simply observing from the sidelines.