Business Development Intern
Key Skills
Job Description
About Us Blackmont Consulting is an advisory firm, not a full-service execution provider. We may get hands-on with part of a client's process to test or improve an approach, but we don't typically run a client's operations end-to-end on their behalf. About the Role This is a hands-on, performance-driven internship, not a passive or observational one. You'll own your own pipeline from prospecting through to signed agreements: researching potential clients, reaching out and following up, developing tailored proposals, and coordinating with your manager along the way. What We Offer • Strong CV value: real, client-facing experience with actual companies, not mock exercises. • Hands-on from day one: run real client conversations and navigate real objections. • A path to promotion: strong performers can progress to Business Development Manager. • A real network: direct access to fellow interns, managers, and consultants. • Direct mentorship: ongoing feedback, plus shared learning in weekly team meetings. • A strong recommendation letter: a realistic outcome for interns who perform well. Key Responsibilities • Self-driven & resilient: take ownership of your pipeline and don't let rejection slow you down. • Strong communicator: organised, detail-oriented, and clear in your outreach. • Persistent & process-disciplined: consistent follow-through, so nothing falls through the cracks. • Curious & collaborative: a genuine interest in the work and in learning from the team. • Independent & outreach-ready: comfortable with cold outreach; prior sales experience is a plus, not a requirement. What We're Looking For • Time commitment: around 5 hours per week. • Responsiveness: reply to team communications within 48 hours. • Client project minimum: close at least one client project per month (your first may reasonably take 5–7 weeks). • Meetings & reporting: attend onboarding and weekly team meetings, and keep your manager updated. • Professionalism: treat this internship with the same professionalism as a paid role. Start Date Beginning of the following month. Please note: this is a voluntary, unpaid internship designed for students and recent graduates seeking hands-on experience while working in a global, remote organisation.
Core Responsibilities
Research potential clients, conduct outreach and follow-ups, develop tailored proposals, and manage a personal pipeline through to signed agreements. Coordinate with a manager, attend weekly meetings, and provide updates while working to close at least one client project per month.
Requirements
Applicants should be self-driven, resilient, organized, clear communicators, persistent, collaborative, and comfortable with cold outreach; prior sales experience is a plus but not required. The internship requires around five hours per week, responses to team communications within 48 hours, attendance at onboarding and weekly meetings, and a professional approach; it is intended for students and recent graduates.
Benefits
- Hands-On Client-Facing Experience
- Promotion Opportunity
- Professional Network
- Direct Mentorship
- Recommendation Letter
About Blackmont Consulting Amsterdam Branch
Industry: Business Consulting and Services
Company size: 11-50 employees
Blackmont Consulting Amsterdam Branch: Driving Innovation in a Global Business Hub Located in one of Europe’s most internationally connected and forward-thinking cities, Blackmont Consulting’s Amsterdam branch reflects our commitment to combining academic excellence with real-world impact. Positioned at the intersection of innovation, entrepreneurship, and global business, the branch serves as a dynamic platform for developing high-performing, globally minded consultants. Bringing together a diverse group of undergraduate and postgraduate talent, the Amsterdam team thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that emphasizes practical experience, leadership development, and strategic thinking. The branch operates within a highly entrepreneurial ecosystem, enabling consultants to engage with organisations that are shaping the future across industries. Aligned with Blackmont Consulting’s broader mission, the Amsterdam branch delivers high-impact consulting support to startups, scale-ups, and mission-driven organisations. By leveraging multidisciplinary expertise and a results-oriented approach, the team addresses complex business challenges while maintaining a strong focus on execution and measurable outcomes. Through hands-on project delivery and structured mentorship, the Amsterdam branch not only generates value for its clients but also cultivates the next generation of consultants and leaders, reinforcing Blackmont Consulting’s vision of building a globally integrated and impact-driven consulting platform.