Entry Level Business Development Trainee

LACUNA Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay

Bonuses

Travel opportunities

Mentorship

Job summary

LACUNA Inc. in Hartford, CT is seeking an entry-level marketing associate to represent our clients face-to-face, build relationships with customers, and support sales efforts.

You'll receive paid training, mentorship, and a clear path to advanced roles. This in-person role offers weekly pay, bonuses based on performance, and opportunities to travel for select events.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are coachable, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

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 (additional education is a plus).
• 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

Interest in sales

Willingness to learn

Self-motivated

Coachable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lacuna Inc. is a fast-growing local marketing and customer acquisition firm in Hartford, CT helping leading brands in technology, telecommunications, and entertainment connect with their audiences. 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.