Kaizen Summer Sales Internship

Grown Home; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A dynamic business development company in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is seeking a Kaizen Summer Sales Intern to gain hands-on experience in outside sales and customer engagement. The role includes identifying potential clients, supporting lead generation efforts, and collaborating on business development initiatives. Candidates should be enrolled in or recent graduates of business or marketing programs. This paid internship provides valuable exposure to various sales functions while fostering professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in sales, marketing, or management.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Engage in outside sales activities and build client relationships.
• Analyze market trends to expand customer base.
• Conduct service demos for clients.

Skills

Outside sales enthusiasm

Effective negotiation

CRM software familiarity

Strong analysis skills

Communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of business, marketing, or related program

Job description

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Kaizen Summer Sales Intern and immerse yourself in the fast‑paced world of business development and sales! This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in outside sales, territory management, and customer engagement. You will play a vital role in driving growth through lead generation, service demonstrations, and strategic account management. If you’re energetic, eager to learn, and passionate about sales and marketing, this role is perfect for jumpstarting your career in sales and sales cycle solutions.

Responsibilities

• Engage in outside sales activities by identifying potential clients and building strong relationships through cold calling and direct outreach
• Assist in managing territory sales by analyzing market trends and developing strategies to expand customer base
• Conduct service demos to showcase features and benefits, upselling solutions that meet client needs
• Support lead generation efforts using CRM software to track prospects and follow‑up activities
• Collaborate with management on business development initiatives to identify new opportunities and improve sales processes
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly and professionally
• Participate in sports like atmosphere and compete against yourself and teammates

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a business, marketing, or related program with a strong interest in sales, marketing or management
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for outside sales, B2B transactions, and understanding sales cycles
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively and build rapport with clients
• Familiarity with CRM software
• Strong analysis skills to interpret conversations and understand which path to take them down
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail
• Prior experience in retail sales, cold calling, or account management is a plus but not required

Benefits

• Paid training
• Relocation assistance

Embark on an exciting journey with us this summer! This paid internship provides valuable exposure to the full spectrum of sales functions—from territory management to customer engagement—while sharpening your professional skills. We’re committed to fostering your growth through hands‑on learning experiences that prepare you for a successful career in business development and beyond.

Learn more at https://kaizenmarketing.net/.

Work Location: In person