Entry Level Business Development Associate Jobs
New grad business development associate jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or demonstrated outreach skills can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are Consulting & Professional Services, Banking & Financial Services, and Energy roles with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like RXO, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Block are hiring at this level now.
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Job Posting End Date
07-14-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Position is responsible for conducting analysis and collaborating with business unit experts to develop new regulated business models. Perform financial modeling to analyze various scenarios of renewable and new technology build plans across the AEP footprint. Support company planning processes around the identification, analysis, and pre-screening of system and customer needs with a focus on modular generation and resiliency focused resources. Continually look for connections between existing plans, customer needs, technology attributes and regulatory paradigms to add incremental value and increase the likelihood of project success.Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Perform financial modeling of investments and assess how they fit within the context of current and future operating company plans and customer needs.
Interface with various operating company and Service Corp experts, suppliers, and customers, to refine analyses.
Stay abreast of current technologies and market participants in the power generation sector.
Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge and database of technology pricing, trends, and risks. In addition, maintain active summary of developers in the new generation market along with status of applications for new projects in the RTO (PJM & SPP) interconnection queues.
Assist and coordinate as necessary due diligence activities associated with the addition of generation resources, including coordination with internal and external subject matter experts, tracking and documenting due diligence materials, and providing summary reports as requested to management.
Gather information and model customer preferences to assist in the development of new products and services.
Develop presentations, reports, and other internal and external communication tools to convey the detailed aspects of our plans to audiences across a wide range of backgrounds.
Support the regulatory approval process as needed.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Based on education, experience, interview and internal equity, this opportunity will be filled commensurately at either title. For this posting, minimum requirements are stated at the lower grade. Increased expectations are at the higher grade.
Energy Business Development Analyst (mid-level) (grade 7): Base Salary = $88K - $109K
Energy Business Development Analyst Associate (grade 6): Base Salary = $75K - $93K
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field of study.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of energy sector experience in business development, financial and/or business strategy role.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Fundamental knowledge of performance characteristics and economics of various renewable generation options.
Regulated cost recovery experience a plus. Strong analytical, oral and written communication and presentation skills are required.
Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with a diverse set of internal and external personnel is required, including executive-level interaction.
Experience working with cross-functional teams, customers, vendors or partners is preferred.
Experience in financial modeling, economic forecasting, or similar analytical experience is a plus. (e.g., Excel, MS Project, ArcGIS, or other analytical tools preferred)
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Base Salary: approximately $75K - $109K
In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.
WHO WE ARE
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (on-site)
$75K - $109K / Year
#AEPCareers
#LI-ONSITE
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $109,543.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.Job Posting End Date
07-14-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Position is responsible for conducting analysis and collaborating with business unit experts to develop new regulated business models. Perform financial modeling to analyze various scenarios of renewable and new technology build plans across the AEP footprint. Support company planning processes around the identification, analysis, and pre-screening of system and customer needs with a focus on modular generation and resiliency focused resources. Continually look for connections between existing plans, customer needs, technology attributes and regulatory paradigms to add incremental value and increase the likelihood of project success.Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Perform financial modeling of investments and assess how they fit within the context of current and future operating company plans and customer needs.
Interface with various operating company and Service Corp experts, suppliers, and customers, to refine analyses.
Stay abreast of current technologies and market participants in the power generation sector.
Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge and database of technology pricing, trends, and risks. In addition, maintain active summary of developers in the new generation market along with status of applications for new projects in the RTO (PJM & SPP) interconnection queues.
Assist and coordinate as necessary due diligence activities associated with the addition of generation resources, including coordination with internal and external subject matter experts, tracking and documenting due diligence materials, and providing summary reports as requested to management.
Gather information and model customer preferences to assist in the development of new products and services.
Develop presentations, reports, and other internal and external communication tools to convey the detailed aspects of our plans to audiences across a wide range of backgrounds.
Support the regulatory approval process as needed.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Based on education, experience, interview and internal equity, this opportunity will be filled commensurately at either title. For this posting, minimum requirements are stated at the lower grade. Increased expectations are at the higher grade.
Energy Business Development Analyst (mid-level) (grade 7): Base Salary = $88K - $109K
Energy Business Development Analyst Associate (grade 6): Base Salary = $75K - $93K
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field of study.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of energy sector experience in business development, financial and/or business strategy role.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Fundamental knowledge of performance characteristics and economics of various renewable generation options.
Regulated cost recovery experience a plus. Strong analytical, oral and written communication and presentation skills are required.
Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with a diverse set of internal and external personnel is required, including executive-level interaction.
Experience working with cross-functional teams, customers, vendors or partners is preferred.
Experience in financial modeling, economic forecasting, or similar analytical experience is a plus. (e.g., Excel, MS Project, ArcGIS, or other analytical tools preferred)
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Base Salary: approximately $75K - $109K
In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.
WHO WE ARE
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (on-site)
$75K - $109K / Year
#AEPCareers
#LI-ONSITE
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $109,543.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.See All 17 Entry Level Business Development Associate Jobs
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Entry Level Business Development Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level business development associate job?
Focus on showing employers you can prospect, communicate, and follow through. Internship experience, cold outreach samples, or a record of hitting targets in any sales-adjacent role all help. Employers at this level look for coachability and drive over deep experience, so tailor your resume to highlight any client-facing or pipeline-building work, even from campus organizations or part-time jobs.
Which companies hire entry level business development associates?
Companies hiring entry level business development associates right now include RXO, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Block, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Both early-stage startups building their first sales motion and established mid-market firms expanding into new territories actively post at this level.
Are there remote entry level business development associate jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and industry. About 43% of entry level business development associate openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with many of those roles centered on outbound prospecting work that translates well to a distributed team environment.
Are these new grad business development associate jobs?
Yes. The listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior business development associate roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or campus involvement in place of full-time history, and does not require a pre-existing book of business or industry-specific credentials.
Which industries hire the most entry level business development associates?
Entry Level business development associate roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Banking & Financial Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to run high-volume outbound pipelines and structured onboarding programs that make them well suited to developing candidates who are new to a business development function.