Summer Sales Development Intern — Nonprofit Impact

Salesforce; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce is seeking a high-potential Summer 2027 Intern in Chicago to support the Sales Development team. You will vet inbound leads, assist with outbound prospecting, and learn the Salesforce sales process under experienced mentors.

This entry-level role focuses on nonprofit software sales, collaboration with SDRs and Sales Executives, and building outreach skills through training and hands-on practice in a fast-paced environment.

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 skills

Networking

Presenting

Independent work

Adaptability

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Slack

Google Suite

Salesforce

Job description

Salesforce is seeking a high-potential Summer 2027 Intern in Chicago to support the Sales Development team. You will vet inbound leads, assist with outbound prospecting, and learn the Salesforce sales process under experienced mentors.

This entry-level role focuses on nonprofit software sales, collaboration with SDRs and Sales Executives, and building outreach skills through training and hands-on practice in a fast-paced environment.