Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
• 75+ years of financial stability

Derse employs nearly 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more! 

As the New Business Development Intern, you'll champion overall communication plans for prospecting outreach and work closely with our Director of Business Development in achieving sales goals. Through collaborating on a variety of client facing tasks, this role will learn the in's and out's of a sales career in the experiential marketing industry. This role is ideal for students entering their junior or senior year, or recent graduates looking for a summer/year-round internship.  Read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for you!   

New Business Development Intern Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Director of Business Development to execute outreach strategies and achieve team goals.
• Craft personalized email templates and content that resonate with potential customers.
• Assist in setting up appointments with potential clients at trade shows.
• Support senior team members by scheduling meetings and setting up key conversations.
• Track responses and engagement from potential customers.
• Gather feedback from prospects to refine outreach strategies.
• Research and identify potential customers attending trade shows in the U.S.
• Analyze industry trends and key players (exhibitors and competitors)
• Make outbound calls and prospecting emails to scout and qualify potential Derse customers.
• Maintain and update a CRM with key stats such as engagement, status updates, and next steps.
• Set and track weekly goals for outreach success (calls, emails, lead conversion).
• Prepare weekly reports on outreach progress, conversion rates, and pipeline status.

New Business Development Intern Requirements and Qualifications  

• Must be entering into 3rd year college or 1st year Technical college with a degree in Sales or Marketing 
• Strong collaboration and/or personal communication skills required. 
• Must be comfortable making outbound calls to prospective clients. 
• Highly organized, flexible and have the ability to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Demonstrated technical skills including advanced working knowledge in Microsoft Office