Summary
LAZ Parking is one of the largest and fastest growing parking companies in the United States, specializing in parking services. The Hospitality Business Development Internship supports the growth and expansion of the hospitality service line by assisting with lead generation, market research, and sales outreach, working closely with senior business development leaders to identify opportunities and support strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify prospective clients, partners, and business opportunities
- Assist with lead generation efforts and maintain prospect databases
- Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and sales materials
- Coordinate meetings, follow-up activities, and client communications
- Maintain accurate records in CRM systems and track business development activities
- Analyze market trends, competitive intelligence, and industry developments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client onboarding and project execution
- Assist in organizing networking events, conferences, and promotional activities
- Prepare reports and provide updates on pipeline activity and key performance metrics
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to analyze information and identify growth opportunities
- Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused mindset
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to learn and develop within a business development career path
- Ability to lift, push and pull at least 10 pounds
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred
- Previous internship, academic, volunteer, or professional experience in business development, sales, marketing, hospitality, customer service, or related fields is preferred but not required
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to analyze information and identify growth opportunities
- Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused mindset
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to learn and develop within a business development career path
- Ability to lift, push and pull at least 10 pounds
Nice to Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred
- Previous internship, academic, volunteer, or professional experience in business development, sales, marketing, hospitality, customer service, or related fields is preferred but not required