Business Development Intern

Loureiro Engineering Associates is seeking a Business Development Intern to join our team in Plainville, CT. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting our Business Development (BD) team in identifying growth opportunities, managing leads, and enhancing client relationships. Interns will play an active role in market research, sales support, and strategic planning initiatives.

This is a paid internship.

This opportunity is ideal for students who are interested in gaining practical experience at the intersection of business strategy, marketing, and client engagement in a fast-paced consulting environment.

• Generate qualified leads and assist the BD team in providing timely responses to client inquiries.
• Prospect potential customers through phone outreach, email, and other communication channels.
• Maintain and update the client database to ensure accurate and current information.
• Conduct market research and support forecasting of industry trends.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement targeted strategies.
• Assist with analytical and reporting needs to support business decisions.
• Help build and maintain long-term client relationships through thoughtful communication.
• Participate in internal team meetings and cross-functional initiatives.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Analytical thinker with a proactive mindset.
• Strong communicator with a professional demeanor.
• Motivated, adaptable, and eager to contribute.
• Collaborative team player with cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Open to learning and aligning with company culture and values.

• Junior or senior-level student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Management, Strategy, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to think logically and creatively.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Prior experience or coursework in sales, marketing, or business strategy is a plus.

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. is a full-service, employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with operations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and Missouri. Our areas of expertise include engineering, construction, environmental health & safety, energy, laboratory services, and waste management.