Business Development Representative Intern

A-LIGN; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A-LIGN is seeking a Business Development Representative Intern in Tampa, FL to drive lead generation and client acquisition. You will identify and qualify sales opportunities for our senior sales teams while gaining hands-on experience in cybersecurity compliance and sales best practices.

This part-time internship emphasizes learning the sales cycle, effective outreach, relationship-building, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field.
• Active participation in university sales or related clubs.
• Basic understanding of sales cycle and techniques.
• Ability to build relationships with potential clients.
• Proficient in managing or overcoming objections.

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business opportunities to fuel the sales pipeline
• Research and develop accounts for prospecting
• Cold call and follow up
• Communicate efficiently with potential clients
• Uncover qualified new business opportunities
• Adapt quickly to our fast-paced, dynamic organization

Skills

Energy and ambition

Strong communication

Team player

Fast-paced adaptation

Proficient computer skills

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field

Job description

About The Role

The Business Development Representative (BDR) Intern works to execute lead generation and client acquisition activities. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of identifying and qualifying sales opportunities for A-LIGN’s senior sales teams. As a BDR Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the dynamic field of sales while contributing to an award-winning organization known for innovation and excellence.

Reports to

BDR Manager

Pay Classification

Part time, Non-Exempt

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business opportunities to fuel the sales pipeline
• Research and develop accounts for prospecting
• Cold call and follow up
• Communicate efficiently with potential clients
• Uncover qualified new business opportunities
• Adapt quickly to our fast-paced, dynamic organization

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field

Experience

• Active participation in university sales or related clubs
• Basic understanding of sales cycle and techniques
• Ability to build relationships with potential clients
• Proficient in managing or overcoming objections

Skills

• Bring energy, enthusiasm and ambition to work
• Interest in cybersecurity/compliance
• Coachable and seeking ongoing professional growth
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively
• Outgoing personality and a team first attitude
• Strong computer skills

About A-LIGN

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com

A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!