Business Development Intern

REPORTS TO: Coordinator, Business Development Operations

SUPERVISES: N/R

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (Not limited to the following):

• Conduct research to help identify new business opportunities using databases and open source material

• Conduct competitive assessments for new opportunities

• Research Government budget materials in support of new business pursuits

• Manage the opportunity database and conduct regular funnel reviews

• Support proposal development efforts

• Support development of capture plans for emerging markets

• Manage and track status of Teaming Agreements and Non-disclosure agreements

• Support Customer Relations & Legislative Affairs efforts

• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Eligibility:

• Pursuing bachelor degree, preferably in Business/Finance related field, with an accredited university

• Maintaining a minimum 3.0 overall grade point average (4.0 scale)

Requirements:

• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Must be self-motivated to learn and succeed

• Must be organized, energetic and detailed skilled with today's technology

• Must be able to verbalize innovative approaches and ideas to supervisor

• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and be adaptive to change as required

• Ability to be motivated by challenge, responsibility, and achievement

• Demonstrated project and time management skills

• Strong sense of ownership

• Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate technical and design issues to external and internal customers

• Excellent communication, research, and analytic skills required

TOOLS:

• Computer - applicable software

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• As required by immediate supervisory personnel

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• N/A

LIASES WITH:

• All departments including but not limited to Marketing, Programs, Contracts, Production, and Engineering

• Major subcontractors and suppliers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

• 18 years of age or older at time of application

• Able to provide proof of US Person Status

• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

• Willing to submit to a drug screen

• Willing to submit to a background check

Austal USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company policy prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. This Policy applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, compensation, raises, benefits, training, facilities, discipline, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.