Sales Intern

HLO Branding Agency; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 8,900 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation policy

Healthy lunches

Monthly team meetups

Possibility for personal growth

Live & work from anywhere CET -1/+1

Job summary

A boutique branding agency in The Hague is seeking a Sales Intern to contribute to client relationship building and market research. You will support sales strategies, prepare presentations, and engage with potential clients. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in relevant fields and possess strong communication skills in Dutch and ideally English. This role offers a vibrant work environment with opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree relevant to sales and business development.
• Interest in gaining experience in a creative agency environment.
• Fluent in Dutch; English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support market research and client outreach.
• Assist in drafting proposals and quotes.
• Prepare presentations and maintain client relationships.
• Analyzing sales data and brainstorming improvements to our sales approach
• Actively contributing to expanding our client base and strengthening existing relationships

Skills

Confident communication in Dutch

Proactive initiative

Interest in sales

Ability to build client relationships

Client relations

Education

HBO or WO degree in Commercial Economics, Communication, Creative Business

Job description

Overview

Want to learn how to spot commercial opportunities, build strong client relationships, and help land new projects? As a Sales Intern at HLO Branding, you’ll work at the very heart of our agency. You’ll support relationship-building, contribute ideas for new business, and fuel our growth with your energy and sharp eye. Ready to intern somewhere you’re more than “just” an intern? Read on!

As a Sales & New Business intern, you’ll help the team spot commercial opportunities, prepare presentations, and maintain client relationships. You’ll assist with market research, outreach, and developing proposals that match client needs. Your curiosity and proactive mindset make you a valuable addition to the team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting market research and mapping out potential clients and opportunities
• Collaborating on commercial strategies and helping draft quotes and proposals
• Assisting with client contact and preparing meetings, presentations, and pitches
• Analyzing sales data and brainstorming improvements to our sales approach
• Actively contributing to expanding our client base and strengthening existing relationships

Your must haves

• You’re pursuing an HBO or WO degree in Commercial Economics, Communication, Creative Business, or a related field
• You’re interested in sales, acquisition, and client relationships within a creative environment
• You’re a confident communicator, both in writing and speaking, in Dutch, and ideally in English too
• You’re not afraid to take initiative, pick up the phone, and communicate with confidence and conviction
• You communicate openly, clearly, sincerely, and respectfully
• You’re social, eager to learn, and know how to share your enthusiasm

Who we are

At HLO Branding Agency, we do more than just work — we tell stories, create experiences, and make an impact. As a boutique agency in the heart of The Hague, we combine creativity, diversity, and strategy to bring brands to life. Our HLO’ers are passionate, driven, and always looking for creative solutions that make a difference. We value teamwork, clear communication, and inspiring each other to grow and succeed together.

Ready to be part of our journey? Apply today and let’s create unforgettable stories together!

Benefits

• Inclusive and no nonsense work environment
• Good working conditions
• Flexible vacation policy
• Healthy lunches with the team
• Monthly team meetups and yearly trip
• Live & work from anywhere, within -1/+1 CET
• Salary fit for your role, room to grow
• Possibility for personal growth and development

Sounds like a job for you?

We'd love to hear from you! Please fill in your info and upload your motivation letter, CV and portfolio and who knows, you might soon be calling yourself a HLO'er!

If you have any questions about the vacancy, just give us a call or send an email.

Application process

1. 1. Application + 15-Minute Online Meeting
   Once you’ve applied for a position at HLO, we’ll review your application within two working weeks. If we believe you’re a strong fit, we’ll be excited to schedule a 15-minute online meeting to ask a few questions and get to know each other better!
2. 2. Presentation
   In the next step, you’ll have the chance to present yourself! We want to see how you showcase your talents, highlight cool projects you’ve worked on, and demonstrate why you’d be a great fit for our team. We’re eager to see what you bring to the table!
3. 3. Enneagram Personality Test
   After the presentation, you’ll take the Integrative9 personality test, which will help us understand more about your values, strengths, and areas for growth. This will provide useful insights for both you and us as we move forward!
4. 4. Value Check
   Finally, in our value check meeting, we’ll review the results from your personality test and presentation to assess how well your values align with those of HLO. We’re excited to see how your unique strengths could enhance our team!
5. 5. Decision Time
   After our value check, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible to share our decision. If we’re excited to bring you on board, we’ll move forward with the next steps. Amazing times are ahead!
6. 6. Join the HLὈ party!

Office vibes

Our office vibes: a green oasis. Welcome to our office, our green oasis! We've filled it with lots of plants and natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's like stepping into a garden every day, boosting our mood and creativity.

Fiesta and food: We're passionate foodies and love a good party! Laughter, music, and cheers fill the air as we enjoy our monthly team drinks together. Food isn’t just fuel—it's what makes our gatherings lively, fun, and deliciously memorable!

Our office dog: This cutie is better known as Puk, filling our days with endless joy. Always wagging her tail and spreading happiness, Puk makes our office feel like home. She's more than just a dog—she's a cherished member of our team, bringing smiles wherever she goes!