Business Development Support Intern - Arlington, Virginia, , United States

DevTech Systems, Inc. is a recognized leader in sustainable development, leveraging data analytics, blended finance, and strategic advisory services to strengthen public finance and inform decision-making in complex global environments. We are seeking a Business Development Suppo ...

Job description

DevTech Systems, Inc. is a recognized leader in sustainable development, leveraging data analytics, blended finance, and strategic advisory services to strengthen public finance and inform decision-making in complex global environments. We are seeking a Business Development Support Intern to provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to senior advisors and assist with internal documentation and business development materials.
This unpaid internship provides a structured, educational learning experience aligned with the intern's academic coursework and professional interests. The role offers hands-on exposure to executive support, document review, and the internal processes that support client engagement and business development in an international consulting environment. Under close supervision, the intern will help senior advisors plan and organize their workdays, copy-edit internal documents, and assist with the preparation of materials used in client meetings and business development efforts.

The primary purpose of this internship is training and professional development. The intern will gain practical experience in administrative support, professional writing and editing, and organizational workflows within a globally oriented, mission-driven organization. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and interested in administrative, operations, or international development support roles.
This internship is unpaid and eligible for academic credit. The intern will be based on site at DevTech's Courthouse, VA Home Office, working three days per week with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic obligations. The intern will be overseen by multiple DevTech staff members, including the Operations Specialist, an Economist, and the Communications Associate, who will provide day-to-day supervision, mentorship, training, and the necessary documentation and evaluations to support academic credit.

Learning Objectives
This internship is intended to provide the intern with practical learning opportunities, including:

•    Developing executive and administrative support skills

•    Strengthening professional writing, copy-editing, and document review abilities

•    Understanding how senior advisors manage priorities, schedules, and client engagements

•    Gaining exposure to business development and client support workflows

•    Observing consulting operations within an international development organization

Your Impact
Under close supervision and as part of a learning experience, the intern may assist with:

•    Supporting senior advisors with daily planning and administrative coordination, including scheduling assistance, meeting preparation, calendar organization, and tracking follow-up items

•    Copy-editing and proofreading internal documents such as proposals, reports, briefing notes, and internal communications

•    Assisting with the preparation, formatting, and organization of materials used for client meetings and business development activities

•    Supporting business development tasks on a limited basis, such as maintaining trackers, compiling background information, and organizing proposal-related materials

•    Attending meetings as a learning participant and assisting with note-taking and administrative follow-up

•    Performing additional administrative and coordination tasks as needed in support of team priorities

What You Will Bring

•    Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (Business Administration, International Relations, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field preferred)

•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

•    Clear written communication skills and comfort copy-editing documents

•    Basic proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Canva, and other AI-tools

•    Interest in international development, consulting, or professional services environments

•    Reliable, proactive, and comfortable supporting multiple stakeholders

Selection Process
Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant coursework, demonstrated interest in administrative or development support roles, and interview performance. Finalists will be contacted for a brief interview with the DevTech team.
This unpaid internship is structured in accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor's Primary Beneficiary Test and is intended primarily for the educational benefit of the intern. The intern works under close supervision, does not displace paid employees, and is not entitled to wages, benefits, or future employment as a result of participation.