Summer Intern — Business Development & Marketing
Blackstone Consulting, Inc.About the role
OVERVIEW
Blackstone Consulting, Inc. (BCI) is a facilities services company celebrating 35 years in business. As a summer intern, you will support our growth team with research and outreach preparation that directly contributes to company goals. This is an opportunity to gain real-world experience in marketing, business development, and professional communication.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- How to conduct professional business research
- How government contracting works
- Professional communication and outreach skills
- How to work on a team and meet deadlines
- Data organization and spreadsheet skills
YOUR PROJECTS
Project 1: Competitor Research
Review the LinkedIn pages and websites of 10 BCI competitors. Document what services they highlight, how they position themselves, and what content gets engagement.
Deliverable
Summary document with key observations and recommendations
Time estimate
6-8 hours
Project 2: Review Solicitation Prep & Outreach
Build a contact list of clients and partners for our online review campaign. Draft outreach email templates and help partners craft their reviews if needed. Then execute the outreach -- send emails, follow up, and track responses. Goal is to secure 10 reviews.
Deliverable
Contact list, outreach templates, sample reviews, and 10 reviews secured
Time estimate
12-15 hours
Project 3: Panel & Speaking Engagement Prospecting
Research industry conferences, panels, podcasts, and events where BCI leadership could speak or be featured. Include both government (federal contracting, war) and commercial.
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SCHEDULE & CHECK-INS
- At least 2 days per week in person at the office
- Weekly check-in meeting (15-30 min) with your supervisor
- Submit work in Microsoft SharePoint folder
- Ask questions anytime via email or Teams
GUIDELINES
- Keep all BCI information confidential — do not share outside the company
- Do not contact clients or external parties directly unless instructed
- If you're unsure about something, ask — there are no bad questions
- Be on time for check-ins and meet your deadlines
- Have fun and learn — this is your chance to explore a career in business
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