Sales Intern

Markato; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Markato is offering a paid internship in Chicago to gain hands-on experience in sales, client development, and customer service. This full-time, in-person role provides practical exposure to customer engagement and business development within a supportive team.

Ideal candidates are students or graduates with strong communication and teamwork skills, who are proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable engaging with people in retail and event settings.

Qualifications

• Paid internship or entry-level opportunity
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Confident, proactive, and comfortable working with people

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers in retail and event environments, delivering a professional and positive experience
• Present products and services clearly, tailoring conversations to individual customer needs
• Build rapport and maintain a customer-first approach in all interactions
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
• Assist customers through sign-up or purchasing decisions
• Work towards individual and team targets in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

Chicago, IL

Full-Time | In-Person

Build Confidence. Develop Skills. Make an Impact.

At Markato, we believe meaningful customer interactions are at the heart of business growth. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in sales, client development, and customer service, helping you build confidence to communicate effectively in professional settings.

Whether you're a recent graduate or exploring a new career path, this opportunity provides practical exposure to customer engagement, relationship-building, and business development in a supportive, team-driven setting.

What You’ll Learn

• How to build strong client relationships through effective communication and interpersonal skills
• How to deliver a positive, customer-focused experience in face-to-face environments
• How to balance performance goals with customer satisfaction
• How to confidently guide conversations and present solutions
• How client engagement drives long-term business success

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Service & Client Interaction: Engage with customers in retail and event environments, delivering a professional and positive experience
• Sales & Product Presentation: Present products and services clearly, tailoring conversations to individual customer needs
• Relationship Building: Build rapport and maintain a customer-first approach in all interactions
• Needs Assessment & Problem Solving: Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
• Sales Support: Assist customers through sign-up or purchasing decisions
• Team Collaboration: Work towards individual and team targets in a goal-oriented, fast-paced environment

Who We’re Looking For

• Students, graduates, or individuals seeking a paid internship or entry-level opportunity
• Background in customer service, retail, hospitality, or team-based roles (a plus, not required)
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Confident, proactive, and comfortable working with people
• Eager to learn and develop in a customer-facing environment

What We Offer

• Paid internship with performance-based incentives
• Hands-on experience in sales, customer service, and business development
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development
• Clear pathways into full-time roles and leadership opportunities
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment

This internship provides a pathway into:

• Client Services / Customer Success
• Sales & Business Development
• Account Management