Sales Intern

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Hybrid work model

Resume boost

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Sales Intern in Paarl to gain hands-on experience in the sales field. You will support lead generation, market research, and client communications in a hybrid learning environment.

This role offers mentorship from experienced sales professionals, exposure to modern tools, and the chance to build a professional network while developing essential skills.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong interest in sales and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team with prospecting and lead qualification activities.
• Conduct market research to identify potential clients and industry trends.
• Support the creation of sales collateral and presentations.
• Help manage and update the CRM database with prospect information.
• Participate in sales meetings and training sessions.
• Provide administrative support to the sales department as needed.

Education

Degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting Sales Intern opportunity in Paarl , designed for ambitious individuals eager to gain hands‑on experience in the sales industry. You will support the sales team in various capacities, assisting with lead generation, market research, and client communications. This role provides a valuable learning experience, exposure to professional sales environments, and the chance to contribute meaningfully while developing essential skills under the guidance of experienced professionals. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, balancing office‑based learning with remote tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team with prospecting and lead qualification activities.
• Conduct market research to identify potential clients and industry trends.
• Support the creation of sales collateral and presentations.
• Help manage and update the CRM database with prospect information.
• Participate in sales meetings and training sessions.
• Provide administrative support to the sales department as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong interest in sales and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.

Benefits

• Stipend provided for the duration of the internship.
• Practical, hands‑on sales experience in a professional setting.
• Mentorship from experienced sales professionals.
• Exposure to a hybrid work model and modern sales tools.
• Opportunity to build a professional network and enhance resume.