Restoration Sales Intern

Belfor Environmental; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR Environmental in Baton Rouge is seeking an intern to learn the property restoration industry and explore sales and account management pathways. You will shadow multiple roles on job sites and participate in BELFOR-sponsored safety training to build a solid foundation.

As you progress, you will assist in presenting BELFOR services to current and potential clients, follow up on leads, and network with prospects. This hands-on experience supports teamwork with local and national operations.

Qualifications

• Must be a student currently enrolled at a college or university.
• Able to follow instruction and work well under supervision.
• Understanding of customer service principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Shadow various employees to learn responsibilities of each position.
• Attend safety training courses as required.
• Assist in presenting and selling BELFOR services to clients.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals from field activity.
• Identify and network with new sales prospects.
• Collaborate with local and national operations to promote satisfaction and growth.
• Develop knowledge of BELFOR services and industry trends.
• Participate in local industry groups and associations.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Customer service basics

Time management

Professional demeanor

Education

Active college enrollment

Job description

BELFOR and BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG) offer competitive pay and a wide range of benefit options including, but not limited to, 401(k) with match, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Position Overview

This internship is focused on teaching the student about the property restoration industry and introducing them to the different positions available. The student will then be transitioned into learning about sales and account management.

Essential Functions:

• Job shadow various employees on the job site to learn the responsibilities of each position.
• Attend BELFOR sponsored operations and safety training courses as required
• Work with BELFOR employees to present and sell BELFOR services to current and potential clients
• Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
• Identify and network with new sales prospects.
• Work as a team with local and national operations to promote customer satisfaction, sales growth, and the success of the entire BELFOR organization.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge of BELFOR services, industry trends, and competitive information.
• Actively participate in key local industry groups and associations.
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be a student currently enrolled at a college or university
• Able to follow instruction and work well under supervision
• A comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices
• Be able to work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
• Must maintain attention to detail
• Possess sense of urgency, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting in excess of 50 lbs
• Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)
• Access and mobility in tight spaces
• Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling
• Ability to use mobile devices for collection of data and time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

BELFOR Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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