Entry Level Business Development Trainee

Social Standard Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth pathways

Paid training

Weekly pay + performance bonuses

Travel opportunities for training

Mentorship and coaching

Job summary

Social Standard Inc. is seeking an entry-level, in-person marketing role in Chicago to represent brands face-to-face, engage customers, and drive awareness. You will receive hands-on training, mentorship, and performance-based growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include developing relationships, supporting onboarding and outreach, assisting with promotions, and tracking progress. A positive, coachable attitude and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED acceptable).
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, and willingness to grow.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with customers through clear, confident communication.
• Participate in team meetings, skill-building workshops, and collaborative planning.
• Learn and understand client products and services to represent them accurately.
• Support sales presentations, new customer onboarding, and outreach efforts.
• Assist with promotional initiatives and brand awareness strategies.
• Track progress, follow up on leads, and contribute to team goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales interest

Customer-facing

Learn quickly

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We specialize in face-to-face, in-person brand representation, working directly with customers to drive engagement and results.

We take pride in developing entry-level talent through hands-on training, mentorship, and performance-based growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with customers through clear, confident communication
• Participate in team meetings, skill-building workshops, and collaborative planning
• Learn and understand client products and services to represent them accurately
• Support sales presentations, new customer onboarding, and outreach efforts
• Assist with promotional initiatives and brand awareness strategies
• Track progress, follow up on leads, and contribute to team goals

What You Bring

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment
• A high school diploma or equivalent (additional education is a plus)
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, and willingness to grow

What We Offer

• Clear pathways for growth into advanced sales or leadership roles
• Paid training designed to build confidence and skill
• Weekly pay structure plus performance-based bonuses
• Travel opportunities for select training and networking events
• Supportive team culture with ongoing coaching and mentorship

What We’re Looking For

• Immediate Start
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, coachable, and goal-oriented mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, face-to-face environment
• Must be 18 or older
• High School Diploma or GED

This is an in-person, marketing role that involves working directly with customers. Full training is provided for all new hires.