Business Development Intern

TIMAB USA INC • Minneapolis, MN

5d • $20 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Terresis is seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Intern to join our team. The intern will be responsible for supporting business development efforts to expand our presence in the USA and Canada markets. This includes focusing on mineral additives for construction materials, with a specific focus on the Oil & Gas, dry mix, and concrete formulation sectors.

As a Business Development Intern, you will gain valuable experience by working closely with our Regional Technical Sales Manager and other key stakeholders, identifying opportunities, building relationships, and helping the company grow its customer base.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Sciences, Chemistry, Marketing, Business, or related field.
• Strong interest in business development (sales) and the construction materials industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform market research and identify key prospects.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to make phone call outreach.

Responsibilities

• Market Research & Prospecting: Research and identify potential customers in the Oil & Gas, dry mix, and concrete formulation industries across the USA and Canada.
• Qualify new leads and prospects by assessing their needs and aligning our products and services with their requirements.
• Customer Relationship Management: Assist in developing and nurturing a growing portfolio of clients by reaching out to prospects, introducing our products, and helping them understand how mineral additives from Terresis can improve their operations.
• Support the qualification process of potential customers in the Oil & Gas, Dry Mix, and Construction sectors.
• Product Approvals & Follow-ups: Assist in tracking the progress of product approval processes with potential customers.
• Communicate regularly with clients and internal teams to ensure product specifications and approvals are met.
• Industry Networking & Representation: Attend industry events, conferences, and customer meetings (both virtual and in-person) as appropriate to represent Terresis and strengthen customer relationships.
• Gather industry insights and market trends to further refine business development strategies.
• Collaboration with Technical Sales Manager: Work closely with the Regional Technical Sales Manager to help identify new market opportunities and tailor approaches to specific customer needs.
• Assist in the creation of presentations, proposals, and other materials to support the sales process.

Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in a growing industry with a global leader in raw mineral additives.
• Exposure to cutting-edge products and solutions for the construction and Oil & Gas industries.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in business development and technical sales.
• Potential for full-time employment based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern