Sales & Business Development Trainee - Entry Level

RVA Edge Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Mentorship

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Team incentives

Company events & travel

Job summary

RVA Edge Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Sales & Business Development Trainee who thrives on goal setting, people interaction, and teamwork. This full-time, on-site role is ideal for energetic individuals eager to turn competitive experience into professional growth.

You will learn product details, engage customers face-to-face, and contribute to campaign objectives while developing essential marketing and sales skills through hands-on training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Goal-oriented mindset and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Team-focused attitude and strong work ethic.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Athletic, competitive, hospitality, retail, or team-based experience is a plus.
• Previous marketing or sales experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Represent client brands through face-to-face customer engagement.
• Learn about products, services, and promotions and communicate them effectively.
• Create positive customer interactions while supporting campaign objectives.
• Work toward individual and team performance goals.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in ongoing training.
• Develop practical skills in communication, marketing, sales, and customer relations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Goal-oriented

Adaptability

Competitive/athletic background

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

RVA Edge is a growing sales and marketing firm focused on creating meaningful customer connections through in-person engagement. We work with nationally recognized clients to support their marketing initiatives and connect their products and services with customers in retail environments.

We’re looking for a motivated Entry-Level Sales & Business Development Trainee who enjoys setting goals, working with people, and being part of a collaborative team. This full-time, on-site opportunity is a great fit for individuals with a competitive, athletic, or team-oriented background who want to turn those skills into professional experience.

What You’ll Do

• Represent client brands through face-to-face customer engagement
• Learn about products, services, and promotions and communicate them effectively
• Create positive customer interactions while supporting campaign objectives
• Work toward individual and team performance goals
• Collaborate with team members and participate in ongoing training
• Develop practical skills in communication, marketing, sales, and customer relations

Who We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Goal-oriented mindset and willingness to take on new challenges
• Team-focused attitude and strong work ethic
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
• Athletic, competitive, hospitality, retail, or team-based experience is a plus
• Previous marketing or sales experience is helpful but not required

What We Offer

• Weekly base pay plus performance-based earning opportunities
• Paid training and ongoing mentorship
• Professional development in marketing, sales, and business fundamentals
• Advancement opportunities based on performance and professional growth
• Team-based incentives and recognition
• Opportunities to attend select company events and travel experiences