Summer 2027 Intern - Sales Development, Nonprofit

salesforce.com, inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

time off programs

medical

dental

vision

mental health support

paid parental leave

life and disability insurance

401(k)

employee stock purchasing program

Job summary

Salesforce in Chicago invites applications for the Summer 2027 Intern - Sales Development, Nonprofit. This entry-level sales role supports a team of SDR/BDR for nonprofit prospects, with training in core competencies to build a client-facing outbound mindset.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship, and a path toward an SDR role; four days in the office weekly, collaboration tools, and a focus on relationship-building, pipeline generation, and CRM hygiene.

Qualifications

• Current Junior/rising Senior graduating May 2028, pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a preferred concentration in Business /Information Systems or equivalent.
• Strong academic background and performance
• Preferred prior working experience (can include part-time or over school breaks)
• Strong communication, networking, and presenting skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision whilst producing tangible results
• Adaptable to change and enjoys learning in a fast-paced environment
• Superior attention to detail
• Strategic thinker with a bias toward action
• Team player with a willingness to go above and beyond to deliver excellence
• Able to work with collaboration tools: Slack, Google Suite, Salesforce technologies knowledge a plus
• Long-term interest in a Software Sales role.
• Passion for technology - learning new domains and specialized areas. You don\'t have to be a Salesforce expert, but you should be willing to learn about our product, our sales process, and the tools/methodologies Sales need to excel.

Responsibilities

• Inbound Qualification: Vet inbound leads from marketing campaigns, events, and website traffic using the Customer 360 platform.
• Outbound Prospecting: Generate pipeline across multiple segments through cold calling, email outreach, and social media engagement.
• Partner Lead Management: Nurture and qualify Partner Leads (PLs) in collaboration with consulting partners to ensure a seamless sales funnel progression.
• Sales Collaboration: Partner with SDRs and Sales Executives to drive interest, and schedule discovery meetings.
• Account Research: Identify key contacts within target accounts and develop personalized outreach strategies.
• CRM Hygiene: Track all prospecting activities within Salesforce to ensure timely follow-ups and accurate lead conversion data.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Presentation skills

Independent worker

Learning mindset

Job description

About Futureforce University Recruiting

Our Futureforce University Recruiting program is dedicated to attracting, retaining and cultivating talent. Our interns and new graduates work on real projects that affect how our business runs, giving them the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of our company. With offices all over the world, our recruits have the chance to collaborate and connect with fellow employees on a global scale. We offer job shadowing, mentorship programs, talent development courses, and much more.

Job Category

Fixed Term & Temporary

Job Details

About Salesforce

Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn't a buzzword - it's a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You're in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

Position Title: Summer 2027 Intern - Sales Development, Nonprofit

Location

Chicago Office

Objective

This role is designed for a high-performing student interested in a career in software sales.

Internship Description

We hire outstanding people who thrive in diverse environments, have a passion for technology innovation, place high expectations on themselves, understand the importance of execution, and seek an environment where their talents can drive industry change.

Role Description

This role serves as the entry-level role into a client-facing sales career at Salesforce and is designed to be your first look into how we sell Salesforce products. In this role, you will support a team of Sales/Business Development Representatives (SDR/BDR) for Nonprofit prospects and customers.

Alongside your responsibilities, you will be trained in core competencies with the goal to build the skills of a client-facing, inbound Sales Development Representative (SDR). Successful Sales Interns are able to think critically and learn through coaching from their mentors, which helps them to build upon and improve their skills throughout their tenure in this role. After demonstrating the competencies necessary to successfully execute the role, we will work together to build a candidacy for the SDR role based upon your success in this program.

This role requires 4 days in the office a week.

Role Responsibilities

• Inbound Qualification: Vet inbound leads from marketing campaigns, events, and website traffic using the Customer 360 platform.
• Outbound Prospecting: Generate pipeline across multiple segments through cold calling, email outreach, and social media engagement.
• Partner Lead Management: Nurture and qualify Partner Leads (PLs) in collaboration with consulting partners to ensure a seamless sales funnel progression.
• Sales Collaboration: Partner with SDRs and Sales Executives to drive interest, and schedule discovery meetings.
• Account Research: Identify key contacts within target accounts and develop personalized outreach strategies.
• CRM Hygiene: Track all prospecting activities within Salesforce to ensure timely follow-ups and accurate lead conversion data.

Minimum Requirements

• Current Junior/rising Senior graduating May 2028, pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a preferred concentration in Business /Information Systems or equivalent.
• Strong academic background and performance
• Preferred prior working experience (can include part-time or over school breaks)
• Strong communication, networking, and presenting skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision whilst producing tangible results
• Adaptable to change and enjoys learning in a fast-paced environment
• Superior attention to detail
• Strategic thinker with a bias toward action
• Team player with a willingness to go above and beyond to deliver excellence
• Able to work with collaboration tools: Slack, Google Suite, Salesforce technologies knowledge a plus
• Long-term interest in a Software Sales role.
• Passion for technology - learning new domains and specialized areas. You don't have to be a Salesforce expert, but you should be willing to learn about our product, our sales process, and the tools/methodologies Sales need to excel.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you'll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we'll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future - but to redefine what's possible - for yourself, for AI, and the world.

Accommodations

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Posting Statement

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Benefits

• time off programs
• medical
• dental
• vision
• mental health support
• paid parental leave
• life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• an employee stock purchasing program

More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com. At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $28 - $32 per hour. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.