Summer Sales Development Intern - Nonprofit

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Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 44,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Salesforce in Chicago is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern - Sales Development, Nonprofit, an entry-level role in a client-facing sales career. You will support SDR/BDR teams for nonprofit prospects and learn Salesforce products and sales processes.

This internship requires 4 days in the office, offering mentorship, real project experience, and exposure to AI-assisted recruiting tools. Ideal for a junior or rising senior pursuing business or information systems.

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.