Sales Development Intern

ISU Research Park; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

TMC, based in Ames, IA, is offering a Sales Development Internship Program. You will gain hands-on experience researching leads, engaging prospects by phone and email, and collaborating with internal teams to propose brokerage solutions.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in business, operations, management, supply chain, or entrepreneurship, with graduation between December 2026 and May 2028. This onsite internship emphasizes real work, mentorship, and learning about third-party logistics.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• On-site position; no remote work currently available.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Responsibilities

• Researching new leads, uncovering new opportunities, and working with prospective customers to utilize TMC’s world class logistics offerings.
• Leveraging outbound sales prospects thru outreach via phone and email communications.
• Collaborating with our internal teams to craft and propose best in class brokerage solutions.
• Meeting and exceeding sales goals guided by a strong mentorship program
• Using Salesforce and other sales tools, building prospect lists, and sharing results with the sales and leadership teams.
• Learn in-depth knowledge of TMC’S platform, industry trends, and competition.

Education

Pursuing degree in Business

Pursuing degree in Operations

Pursuing degree in Management

Pursuing degree in Supply Chain

Pursuing degree in Entrepreneurship

Graduation window 2026–2028

Job description

Location: Ames, IA | Ames Logistics Office

Job Description

TMC is the leading provider for open deck carriers in the United States. We pride ourselves in our core values of Integrity, Quality, and Dedication to Excellence.

As a participant in our Sales Development Internship Program, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team that lives these values in their daily work practices.

TMC is the perfect place to jump start your career in sales and learn all about third-party logistics.

Day-to-day you will be working on:

• Researching new leads, uncovering new opportunities, and working with prospective customers to utilize TMC’s world class logistics offerings.
• Leveraging outbound sales prospects thru outreach via phone and email communications.
• Collaborating with our internal teams to craft and propose best in class brokerage solutions.
• Meeting and exceeding sales goals guided by a strong mentorship program
• Using Salesforce and other sales tools, building prospect lists, and sharing results with the sales and leadership teams.
• Learn in-depth knowledge of TMC’S platform, industry trends, and competition.

Qualifications you NEED:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Reliable transportation as this is an ON-SITE position (no remote work currently available)
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status

Credentials to help you STAND OUT:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Operations, Management, Supply Chain, Entrepreneurship, or in a related field.
• Prior work experience in Sales, Leadership, or Customer Service.
• Graduation year is December 2026 – May 2028

All TMC's internships are educationally based where you will have the opportunity to see multiple aspects of the business and make a difference to the company. You will be doing real work each day and learn values associated with sustainable business built on good ethics and great customer service.

TMC puts focus on helping our students to succeedduring their internship, allowing them to give feedback and listening to what they are saying, enhancing their education with real work experience, and making our internships a fun experience.

TMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.