Business Development Intern

Job Description:About the Internship: Duration of Internship: 12 monthsTitle: Business Development InternLocation: RemotePaid internship working approximately 20-30 hours per week, flexible with school schedule.SummaryWe are looking for a Business Development Intern to join our team!This is a 12-month paid, fully remote, internship where youwill provide administrative and prospecting support to the Business Development team, with a primary focus on advisor research, outreach preparation, and appointment scheduling. This role offers hands‑on exposure to advisor recruiting, relationship development, and professional services business growth.You will work closely with Business Development Directors (BDD) and firm team members, participating in prospecting activities and business development initiatives, while building a strong foundation in financial services. This role is ideal for candidates motivated by networking, mentorship, and long‑term career growth.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with advisor prospecting and list building using approved databases and LinkedInSupport outreach preparation, including tracking responses and maintaining prospect notesSchedule and confirm appointments for introductory advisor conversationsMaintain accurate records of activity in tracking tools and spreadsheetsConduct basic advisor research (firm affiliation, location, years in practice)Help organize follow‑up workflows and ensure timely handoffs to the BDDSupport special projects related to recruiting campaigns or events as neededQualificationsCurrently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field; Junior or Senior standing preferred (or recent graduate).Strong interest in a career in wealth management or financial advisingStrong organizational and communication skillsConfident making outbound calls with working knowledge of LinkedIn, spreadsheets, and basic CRM or tracking systemsDetail‑oriented and reliable with follow‑throughInterest in business development, sales, finance, marketing, or professional servicesAbility to communicate professionally with advisors and internal stakeholdersSalary Range: $20 -$25 per hourFor over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visitwww.pennmutual.com.Penn Mutual is committed toEqual Employment Opportunity(EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law.Originally posted on Himalayas