Business Development Intern - Heka Aero LLC

HEKA makes the world better for all of us. Our engineers develop cool things: planes, trains, automobiles, radios, rockets... the cooler, the better! Feel the satisfaction of evolving classical engineering disciplines like mechanical, software, electrical, industrial, systems, and additive manufacturing to state-of-the-art product development methodologies. Not cheaper, better, faster but unique, influential, and disruptive. Drive improvements and products to reality to improve humankind. Our teams are hands-on, collaborative, and thought-provoking. We combine scientific methods of discovery and evolutionary engineering principles. This internship will directly support HEKA in discovering, onboarding, and maximizing the value of clients and partnerships. You will work side-by-side with management, who will help you establish best practices for managing and implementing these functions. This internship is an unpaid-to-paid opportunity. Relocation and lodging expenses will not be provided. All interns are subject to a 3-week probationary period. 

What you’ll do: 

• Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives 
• Researching organizations and individuals to find new opportunities 
• Increasing the value of current customers while attracting new ones 
• Finding and developing new markets and improving sales 
• Attending meetings and industry events 
• Developing quotes and proposals 
• Developing goals for the development team and business growth 
• Working with potential clients to establish a rapport and arrange meetings 

What you need: 

• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration, marketing, finance, sales, management, social science, or strong working knowledge of general business fundamentals 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communications skills 
• Ability to learn 
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and track processes to completion 
• A problem-solving constitution, with a curious mind for discovery, coupled with self-discipline and an intrinsic drive for continuous self-improvement 
• U.S. Citizenship 

Nice to have: 

• Experience in sales, marketing, or related field 
• Understanding of customer relationship management (CRM) software 
• IT fluency and proficiency in spreadsheet software 
• Proficiency in chat and communications software such as Zoom or Teams 

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