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Intern - Business Development
W Talent Solutions
Grand Rapids, MI
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Part-time, Hourly

Location: In-Person/Hybrid, Grand Rapids Office

Reports to: Executive Support Specialist

Compensation Package: Hourly wage

What we offer: Tight-knit team, certified woman-owned business, mission driven organization making a community impact, team gatherings, beautiful downtown office, rooftop deck, ability to make a difference through the work you do.

 

WHO WE ARE

W Talent Solutions is a recruiting and talent optimization agency transforming the way companies identify and optimize their employees. We are talent change agents helping companies develop a people strategy that aligns with their business strategy, and intentionally designing winning teams to take them to the next level.

 

W Talent Solutions was founded in February 2017 and proud to have since been featured in many publications and the recipient of several awards, including:

 

2018 | Good for Grand Rapids Award | Local First

2018 | 2019 | Startup of the Year | American Business Awards

2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Grand Rapids Face of Talent | Grand Rapids Magazine

 

WHO YOU ARE

Are you a self-starter who takes action without question?

Are you a driven young professional with an intrinsic motivation to be successful?

Do you learn quickly and have a passion for self-growth?

Are you able to multitask in a demanding environment?

Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment?

Are you flexible, adaptable, and able to add to a winning team culture?

Then this could be a great partnership!

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for someone to wear many hats. Objectives include:

  •  Data entry and record keeping of CRM (customer relationship management) software. 
  • Utilize online tools and platforms to uncover sales leads within our target market.
  • Conduct research, send emails, and update records.
  • Learn to craft unique sales messages to attract our target market.
  • Sourcing candidates as needed: Research and source a broad range of high-quality professionals through the use of Boolean Strings and online platforms.
  • Highlight our unique, philanthropic business model to all prospects, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Be a part of a team that invests in the community and gives back 10% of company profit to nonprofits that serve women experiencing domestic violence in the West Michigan community.
  • Facilities Management: Oversee inventory of office stock and manage office cleanliness as needed.
  • Help plan and purchase supplies for events.
  • Cross function with all internal departments, including finance, operations, marketing, etc.
  • Light travel as needed.
  • Other duties as required.

 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Hands-on experience in each stage of the sales funnel.
  • Life at a recruiting firm.
  • Exposure to business platforms much as Microsoft Office & Teams, CRM, applicant tracking system, LinkedIn, and online contact search platforms.  
  • The daily life of an Entrepreneur & Start-up Landscape.

  

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, Sales, Marketing, or similar business function in Junior or Senior year.
  • Personal accountability, strong work ethic, integrity, and attention to detail.
  • Enthusiasm to grow a startup organization from the ground up and eagerness to wear many hats while anticipating future needs to help the company thrive.
  • Experience using Microsoft Suite, including Office Outlook and Microsoft Teams preferred.
  • Experience using LinkedIn preferred.
  • Ability to travel throughout the Grand Rapids Metropolitan area as needed.
  • Must be able to work in-office Mondays and either Wednesdays or Thursdays for a minimum of 4 hours (twice a week) during normal business hours (8 am – 5 pm).

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Hybrid work environment, moderate noise level for an office environment.
  • W Talent Solutions is an inclusive employer and reasonable accommodations may be made for candidates and employees with disabilities.

 


W Talent Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

 

All candidates will be asked to complete the Predictive Index behavioral and cognitive assessment during the pre-hire process.

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