Bridgestone International UK
Business Development Intern - Remote/ Paid Internship
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Company Description
Bridgestone Advisory is a London-based strategic advisory firm that partners with governments, sovereign entities, and leading institutions on high-impact initiatives. The firm operates at the intersection of policy, investment, institutional transformation, and economic development, helping decision-makers turn complex ambitions into actionable strategies. Bridgestone Advisory combines rigorous analysis, global perspective, and deep contextual understanding to support leaders in setting priorities, assessing opportunities, and managing strategic risks. From its base in Canary Wharf, the firm connects international expertise with the practical realities of governments, markets, and societies, delivering long-term institutional and economic value.
Role Description
The Business Development Intern – Paid Internship is a full-time, hybrid role based in the London Area, United Kingdom, with some flexibility for working from home. The intern will support business development activities by conducting market research, identifying prospective clients, and assisting with lead generation campaigns. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Preparing briefing materials
- Organizing client data
- Updating CRM records
- Contributing to presentations and proposals for government and institutional clients
- Coordinating meetings
- Supporting outreach efforts
- Collaborating with advisors to track opportunities and follow up on client engagements
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This internship offers exposure to strategic advisory work and the chance to learn how policy, investment, and economic development projects are developed and grown.
Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, synthesize information, and draw clear insights.
- Excellent communication skills, with the capacity to write clearly, present ideas concisely, and engage professionally with stakeholders.
- Lead generation skills, including prospect identification, basic CRM use, and support for outreach campaigns.
- Market research skills, such as gathering and organizing information on sectors, geographies, and potential clients.
- Customer service skills, demonstrating responsiveness, professionalism, and a collaborative approach to internal and external interactions.
- Relevant qualifications include progress toward or completion of a degree in economics, business, international relations, public policy, or a related field.
- Additional beneficial skills include proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), attention to detail, and an interest in government, investment, and economic development.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, manage time independently, and adapt to a fast-paced, project-based setting.
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