Business Development Sales Specialist - Education Partnerships

Year Up United; Baldwin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Year Up United is seeking a Sales Specialist for our Training Program Internship, aiming to bolster partnerships and create meaningful employer connections. You will engage with host organizations and recruiters to place Year Up Talent, while building a strong knowledge of the program’s impact and outcomes.

You will support prospect research, develop compelling outreach materials, and track engagement in CRM tools to inform strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support partnership development and outreach to potential employer hosts.
• Generate leads and qualify prospects for Year Up Talent.
• Research prospects and prepare engaging presentations.
• Track engagement and activities in CRM systems.
• Collaborate with senior staff on data-driven decisions.

Job description

Year Up United is seeking a Sales Specialist for our Training Program Internship within the Education & Training industry. In this role, you’ll support partnership development, lead generation, and outreach to employers who can host and hire Year Up talent. Working closely with senior staff, you’ll research prospects, prepare presentations, and track engagement in CRM tools. You’ll gain hands-on experience in consultative sales, social-impact partnership building, and data-informed decision-making, all within an inclusive, mission-first culture focused on economic mobility for diverse young adults.