Market Development Intern

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in sales, market research, and business development while supporting the goals and initiatives of the Market Development department.  The position will focus on data analysis, lead generation, and identifying new opportunities for growth across Citizens utility services.  The successful candidate will apply strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills to support sales initiatives, develop market insights, and contribute to projects that enhance customer relationships and drive growth.

At Citizens Energy Group, our Internship Program offers undergraduate students a welcoming and engaging opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience while making a real impact. Interns work on projects that support our business and communities, while also participating in professional development activities, networking events, mentorship opportunities, and site visits designed to help them grow personally and professionally. While some positions may offer hybrid work flexibility, interns are encouraged to connect with peers and leaders through required in-person program events throughout the summer, creating a collaborative and memorable internship experience.

• →Contributes to the preparation of lead generation across all utility services.
• →Assist in the implementation of profitable sales initiatives that contribute to increased margins and income.
• →Prepare presentations, reports, and other materials to communicate research findings.
• →Research and develop natural gas on-main lead generation opportunities to support customer growth and increase utilization of existing infrastructure.
• →Collaborate with internal teams to research opportunities, coordinate projects, and support department initiatives.
• →Identify and evaluate district energy sales opportunities for the thermal utilities.
• →Support Sales Consultants in miscellaneous business activities, including customer outreach, attending sales calls, and follow-up.
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong analytical, research, project management, and problem-solving skills, with an interest in identifying business opportunities and evaluating market trends.
• Self-motivated, detailed oriented, and able to manage multiple assignments while meeting established deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.