Kaizen Summer Sales Internship

Grown Home; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading business development firm in Michigan is seeking a Kaizen Summer Sales Intern to join their team. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in outside sales, territory management, and customer engagement. The ideal candidate will engage in client outreach, support strategic account management, and learn essential sales skills in a dynamic environment. Exciting exposure to various sales functions is guaranteed during this unique opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in sales and marketing.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for B2B transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Engage potential clients through cold calling.
• Analyze market trends for territory management.
• Conduct service demonstrations and showcase benefits.
• Support lead generation with CRM tracking.
• Collaborate on business development initiatives.
• Provide excellent customer service and support.
• Participate in a sports-like atmosphere.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales negotiation

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

CRM software

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.

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/

Duties

• 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

Work Location: In person