Business Trainee

Education First; Milano; On-site; EUR 13,392 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular training sessions

Team events and holiday parties

Reference letter upon internship completion

Opportunity to grow global network

Job summary

Education First is seeking a Business Trainee in Milan to assist the sales team in promoting EF Language Abroad programs. You will engage with potential students through calls and emails, helping them on their journey.

This temporary, full-time internship lasts 6 months, and ideal candidates are fluent in Italian and have a working knowledge of English. The role offers training, team events, and the chance to grow your international network.

Qualifications

• Fully fluent in Italian.
• Working fluency in English.
• Passionate about sales, travel, and language learning.
• Proactive, independent, and adaptable in a quickly moving workplace.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Make a high volume of outbound tele-sales calls daily.
• Motivate the team to reach sales goals.
• Represent EF at fairs and universities.
• Build relationships with internal staff.

Skills

Fluent in Italian

Working fluency in English

Strong communication skills

Sales passion

Adaptability

Job description

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965 we’ve helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.

We offer immersive short‑term and long‑term language courses and programs across the countries where they’re spoken. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

Are you ready for a dynamic role in a truly international environment?

As a Business Trainee, you will support our sales team in Milan as they promote our Global EF Language Abroad programs to potential students with the support of your local Italian Team. You will engage with students personally, via email, and over the phone, guiding them through their journey with us until they return from their trip.

This role is based in Milan. It is a temporary, full‑time internship opportunity. The duration is 6 months.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Excellent Communication: Maintain a high volume of outbound tele‑sales calls daily to potential students
• Team Spirit: Motivate yourself and your team to reach individual and team sales goals with a positive, competitive attitude
• Relationship building: Represent EF at fairs and universities to meet prospective students throughout the year
• Teamwork: Build strong relationships with our global and diverse internal sales and campus staff to provide students with the best EF experience

What we are looking for:

• Fully fluent in Italian
• Working fluency in English
• Passionate about sales, travel, and language learning
• Proactive, independent, and adaptable in a quickly moving workplace
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills

What EF offers:

• Regular training sessions and opportunities for growth within the company
• Team events, kick‑offs, and holiday parties
• A reference letter upon successful completion of your internship
• The opportunity to grow your global network with international colleagues

Ready to make a difference while having fun? Apply now!

EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.