What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal & Business Development Services Intern position at Wohlsen Construction Company?
About Your Opportunity:
We are seeking an enthusiastic intern to join our Proposal & Business Development Services team, supporting Wohlsen's pursuit of new projects by assisting with qualifications, proposals, and business development services activities.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual interested in learning how construction management firms win work through qualifications, proposals, and client relationship management.
You should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will finish the internship having gained experience in proposal and business development support.
How You'll Contribute:
In a normal day, this position requires little to no standing or walking. In a normal day, the employee must be able to sit for 7 hours. In a normal day, the employee must be able to drive 1-4 hours. Employee must be able to lift/carry up to 10 lbs. maximum; occasionally carry small objects. In this position, employee occasionally (0-33%) must be able to bend at waist, squat the knees, climb (including ladders), reach above shoulders, kneel, crawl, use feet (foot controls), and/or work at heights above 6 feet.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and Wohlsen Construction may exercise its employment at-will rights at any time.
We are seeking an enthusiastic intern to join our Proposal & Business Development Services team, supporting Wohlsen's pursuit of new projects by assisting with qualifications, proposals, and business development services activities.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual interested in learning how construction management firms win work through qualifications, proposals, and client relationship management.
You should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will finish the internship having gained experience in proposal and business development support.
How You'll Contribute:
- Proposal Support
- Assist in generating, editing, and finalizing resumes.
- Assist in compiling project profiles/experience.
- Assist with completion of qualification & proposal forms.
- Assist with creating and updating general PowerPoint presentations.
- Business Development Support
- Assist with creating and updating project profile sheets.
- Assist in the creation and updating of business development collateral materials.
- Assist in compiling general company/market sector overviews and introductory presentations.
- Assist in designing and laying out ads to support regional business development and branding efforts.
- CRM Data Management
- Enter and revise company and client information in CRM system.
- Update and maintain Wohlsen project data, industry awards, etc.
- Update and maintain Wohlsen personnel data.
- General Support
- Creation of Raving Fans posters.
- Support the marketing team in daily administrative tasks.
- Actively participate in Marketing L10, 1-on-1 meetings, specific project assignment meetings/calls, and other meetings as deemed appropriate.
- Maintain inventory, restock, and place orders for proposal/business development supplies.
- Exposure to the qualification & proposal lifecycle in construction firms.
- Understanding of client relationship management data and tracking.
- Professional development opportunities include
- Emotional Intelligence
- Intro to Raving Fans
- Professionalism
- Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Currently pursuing a degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Experience with Microsoft Office software systems, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with Adobe software systems, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
- Strong writing, editing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar for content and materials.
- Have a valid driver’s license with the ability to travel.
In a normal day, this position requires little to no standing or walking. In a normal day, the employee must be able to sit for 7 hours. In a normal day, the employee must be able to drive 1-4 hours. Employee must be able to lift/carry up to 10 lbs. maximum; occasionally carry small objects. In this position, employee occasionally (0-33%) must be able to bend at waist, squat the knees, climb (including ladders), reach above shoulders, kneel, crawl, use feet (foot controls), and/or work at heights above 6 feet.
- Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Wohlsen does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, locations, or to any Wohlsen team member. Wohlsen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Wohlsen and will be processed accordingly.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and Wohlsen Construction may exercise its employment at-will rights at any time.