Sales and Marketing Intern – R&D Tax Credit and Grants (6 Month Internship)

Department: Tax (Direct)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dublin

Description

BDO Ireland is seeking a Sales and Marketing Intern to join our successful and expanding R&D Tax Credit and Grant Incentives team.

We are looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking high achiever seeking a new challenge in a developing and forward-thinking firm. This internship offers hands-on experience, exposure to a dynamic team, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful marketing and business development initiatives.

This is a full-time, 6-month internship based in our Dublin office.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the R&D Incentives team with business development activities.
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities.
Support external sales efforts and help develop sales leads.
Contribute to pipeline research and generation strategies.
Assist in the creation of marketing materials, presentations, and digital content.
Help manage sales systems and track campaign performance.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and messaging.
Support planning and logistics for client-facing events and initiatives.
Provide general administrative support to the Sales and Marketing function.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Currently pursuing a Level 8 degree in Marketing or a related business field, on track for a 2.1 or higher
Hard-working and enthusiastic team player with a ‘can do’ attitude.
Ability to multi-task and a proven record of working to tight deadlines
Excellent attention to detail is essential.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confident, outgoing and professional with the flexibility and willingness to become involved in diverse projects.
Proactive, innovative and self-motivated.
Ability to think laterally and creatively.
Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and familiarity with online content platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook).

Benefits

Competitive internship salary.
Free breakfast every day.
Centrally located office in the middle of Dublin.
Free onsite Gym.
Complimentary Coffee.
Career development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
CSR, Sports and Social and Wellness Committees.

Sales and Marketing Intern – R&D Tax Credit and Grants (6 Month Internship)

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