Kaizen Summer Sales Internship

Grown Home

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Join Grown Home in Columbia, SC as a Kaizen Summer Sales Intern. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in outside sales, territory management, and customer engagement. You will engage with potential clients, conduct service demonstrations, and support lead generation efforts using CRM software.

Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in business or marketing and demonstrate enthusiasm for sales. The role offers valuable exposure to sales functions and strives to prepare you for a successful career.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a business, marketing, or related program.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for outside sales and understanding sales cycles.
Excellent communication skills with ability to negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

Engage in outside sales activities by identifying potential clients.
Assist in managing territory sales by analyzing market trends.
Conduct service demos to showcase features and upsell solutions.

Skills

Outside sales

Customer engagement

Relationship building

Negotiation

CRM software

Education

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

Job description

Job Summary

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.

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

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/

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