Business Development Intern

Job Description: Business Development Intern
About Us
Blackmont Consulting is an advisory firm, not a full-service execution provider. We may get hands-on with part of a client’s process to test or improve an approach, but we don’t typically run a client’s operations end-to-end on their behalf.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, performance-driven internship, not a passive or observational one. You’ll own your own pipeline from prospecting through to signed agreements: researching potential clients, reaching out and following up, developing tailored proposals, and coordinating with your manager along the way.
What We Offer:
Strong CV value: Real, client-facing experience with actual companies, not mock exercises
Hands-on from day one: Run real client conversations and navigate real objections
A path to promotion: Strong performers can progress to Business Development Manager
A real network: Direct access to fellow interns, managers, and consultants
Direct mentorship: Ongoing feedback, plus shared learning in weekly team meetings
A strong recommendation letter: A realistic outcome for interns who perform well
Key Requirements:
Self-driven & resilient: You take ownership of your pipeline and don’t let rejection slow you down
Strong communicator: Organised, detail-oriented, and clear in your outreach
Persistent & process-disciplined: Consistent follow-through, so nothing falls through the cracks
Curious & collaborative: A genuine interest in the work and in learning from the team
Independent & outreach-ready: Comfortable with cold outreach; prior sales experience is a plus, not a requirement
What We’re Looking:
Time commitment: Around 5 hours/week
Responsiveness: Reply to team communications within 48 hours
Client project minimum: Close at least one client project per month (your first may reasonably take 5–7 weeks)
Meetings & reporting: Attend onboarding and weekly team meetings, and keep your manager updated
Professionalism: Treat this internship with the same professionalism as a paid role
Start Date:
Beginning of the following month.
Location:
Edinburgh or nearby areas (remote)
Please Note:
This is a voluntary, unpaid internship designed for students and recent graduates seeking hands-on experience while working in a global, remote organisation.

Work arrangement
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