Website Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Business Development Intern to join our Agriculture and Economic Growth team.
Position Description: The BD Intern will support the efforts of the Feed the Future group, including researching country priorities, competitive landscape analysis, and key staff on current USAID projects. This internship can help start a successful career in development, building skillsets, expanding networks, and providing real-world experience in this challenging but rewarding work. The position can be fully remote from a continental US-based location or hybrid/remote within a commutable distance to either one of our office locations in Burlington, VT, or Arlington, VA.
This internship is paid, and hours are flexible, up to 40 per week for up to six months.
Responsibilities:
* Support capture plan research teams and update new business tracking tools;
* Develop communications tools, success stories, short videos and project tweets;
* Provide AEG marketing and communications support, including updating the sector page on the Tetra
Tech website;
* Review project reports to identify lessons learned, best practices and improve knowledge management; and
* Assist the Sector Director or sector staff with tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
* Relevant bachelor‡s degree in progress or completed in agriculture, economic development, business management, or related field required; master‡s degree in progress preferred;
* At least 1 year of work experience desired, including some work or volunteerism related to international development;
* Demonstrated understanding of, academic excellence in, and desire to pursue a career in agriculture, economics, project management, or international relations strongly preferred;
* Knowledge of international donor development projects, especially USAID-funded projects, highly desired;
* Speaking and reading proficiency in at least one foreign language highly desired (especially Spanish and/or French);
* Experience in MS Office Suite, with an understanding of SharePoint desirable; and
* Must have current U.S. work authorization and ability to work without employer sponsorship at time of application.
To be considered, please submit the following:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech‡s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities.
Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) technical advisers and advocates work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world‡s most marginalized groups. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of people of all gender identities, ages, races, ethnicities, national origins, cultures, religious or political beliefs, languages, education levels, socioeconomic backgrounds, family or relationship statuses, sexual orientations, genetics, and/or abilities.
Pay Transparency Statement:
We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant, and equitable approach to employment compensation. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The pay rate for this position is $17.00/hr.
Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech‡s Disability Assistance Page or contact our Global Talent Operations team. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
