Sales Intern: Mentorship & Real-World Sales Experience

Placements24

Cape Town

Hybrid

ZAR 67,000 - 112,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Stipend during internship
Mentorship from professionals
Networking opportunities
Possible future employment

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Sales Internship based in Upington (Northern Cape). You will assist in market research, lead generation, and preparing sales materials while observing client calls and meetings.

You will work closely with seasoned sales professionals to develop essential skills and gain hands-on experience in CRM management and market analysis. Ideal candidates are pursuing or have completed a degree in Business or Marketing, with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the sales team with market research and lead generation activities.
  • Support the creation of sales presentations and marketing materials.
  • Participate in client calls and meetings to observe sales techniques.
  • Help maintain customer relationship management (CRM) databases.
  • Collaborate with team members on sales projects and initiatives.
  • Learn about product offerings and company sales strategies.

Skills

Communication
Teamwork
MS Office
Market research
Lead generation
Proactive learner

Education

Business/Marketing degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is offering a Sales Internship based in Upington (Northern Cape). You will assist in market research, lead generation, and preparing sales materials while observing client calls and meetings.

You will work closely with seasoned sales professionals to develop essential skills and gain hands-on experience in CRM management and market analysis. Ideal candidates are pursuing or have completed a degree in Business or Marketing, with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

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