2027 BT RISE Internship - Business Development & Client Growth Intern

The role

The Intern performs functional and administrative duties for the Firm. They will work collaboratively with department team members on specific short and long-term projects related to their field of study and firm priorities.

What you will do

• Assist with research on clients, prospects, industries, companies and market trends.
• Conduct basic company and industry research and summarize findings.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of client, prospect and business development materials.
• Support the development of attorney and practice group presentations and meeting materials.
• Assist with tracking business development activities, opportunities, events and sponsorships.
• Assist with the coordination and logistics of client meetings, conferences, webinars, and events.
• Support practice group and industry initiatives by gathering information and organizing materials.
• Provide administrative and project support to Client Growth and Marketing team members.
• Collaborate with attorneys and business professionals to gather information.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

Required qualifications

• Entering sophomore, junior, or senior year in the Fall of 2027.
• Enrolled in a 2-4 year undergraduate degree program at time of internship.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program to receive college course credits.
• Pursuing a degree in fields of study that aligns with Human Resources, Accounting, Marketing, Information Technology, or Legal Operations.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to proofread typed material for contextual, grammatical, typographical or spelling errors.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate in person, by email, phone, and virtually.
• Ability to follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Ability to provide timely and accurate information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including personal computer, copiers, phones, and scanning equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Before you apply

• Must be entering sophomore, junior, or senior year in the Fall of 2027.
• Must be enrolled in a 2-4 year undergraduate degree program at time of internship.
• Must be available to participate for 10 consecutive weeks.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program to receive college course credits.

About the company

Barnes & Thornburg is a law firm committed to equal employment opportunity.