Business Development Intern

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Chicago, IL
Internship
Edtech • Hardware • Information Technology • Mobile • Virtual Reality
The Role
The Business Development Intern will support business growth initiatives by conducting market research, analyzing data, identifying potential clients, assisting in outreach, collaborating with sales and marketing teams, and managing client databases and CRM systems.
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Merge Storytelling and Technology

We bring together the minds and passions of creative pioneers, tech innovators, and data explorers to help ambitious clients solve business challenges and rise to the top. MERGE has enduring client partnerships with American Express, T-Mobile, LG, Subway, Kate Spade NY, Coach, The North Face, Meta, Adobe, BlueCross BlueShield, Abbott, Astellas, Supernus, CSL, GE Healthcare, Broward Health, Indiana University Health, Nationwide, and Morgan Stanley. With offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Montreal, New York City and Los Angeles. MERGE uses a talent-to-task process that enables clients to think higher and feel deeper about their customers. 

Promote Health, Wellness & Happiness

We are committed to promoting health, wellness and happiness in the world by partnering with purpose-driven clients in purpose-driven industries in healthcare, life science, and consumer products. Our deep vertical expertise and category insights stem from decade-long partnerships with our top clients.

Emerge to the Top of Your Career

At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers.

As our Business Development Intern, you will…

Play a crucial role in supporting our business growth initiatives. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the advertising industry, learn about client acquisition, and contribute to the expansion of our client portfolio.

Be Accountable and Responsible 

  • Conduct market research to identify potential clients, industry trends, and competitive landscapes
  • Analyze data and compile reports to assist in developing effective business strategies
  • Assist in identifying and outreach to potential clients through various channels
  • Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop targeted lead lists
  • Assist in the preparation of pitch materials and presentations
  • Provide support in managing client databases and CRM systems
  • Embrace the opportunity to take on diverse tasks assigned by your supportive manager/mentor

These are the qualifications we’re looking for 

  • Currently enrolled and working towards an undergraduate (rising junior or rising senior) or recent graduate from an accredited college/university who wants to gain experience from an Advertising Agency and bring great experiences to life for people and businesses
  • Highly passionate about learning and growing within Business Development
  • Relevant coursework and/or previous Business Development internships 
  • Basic proficiency in Google Workspace
  • Good writing and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills
  • First Generation college students strongly encouraged to apply
  • The internship program will be hybrid—approximately 2 days/week in office
  • MERGE does not provide any form of housing reimbursement/stipend
  • You must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role

Paid Internship: $18/hr

Duration: 10 weeks between June 2, 2025 - August 7, 2025, 4 days per week (Monday – Thursday)

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And here’s how we live our values at MERGE

  • Ability. Mastering our craft
  • Agility. Delivering with a growth mindset
  • Humility. Collaborating for shared success

MERGE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

MERGE welcomes and celebrates diversity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or people with abilities. We believe that the more diverse we are, the more creative our work will be!

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The Company
San Antonio, TX
29 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Merge let’s you hold and interact with digital 3D objects and travel anywhere virtually, enabling a fun and engaging new way to experience the world. #mergecube

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