Sales Intern

Position Title: Sales Intern

Department: Sales / Business Development

Location: On Site

Duration: Fall 2026 Internship

Pay: $15 hr + Commission

Overview

The Sales Intern will assist the sales team in identifying potential customers, supporting outreach efforts, and maintaining sales records. This internship provides hands-on experience in sales strategies, customer relationship management, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential leads and target customers
• Assist with prospecting activities including emails, calls, and social media outreach
• Support the sales team in preparing presentations, proposals, and sales materials
• Maintain and update customer data in CRM systems
• Schedule meetings and follow up with prospective clients
• Analyze sales data and prepare basic reports
• Participate in sales meetings, training sessions, and strategy discussions
• Provide administrative support to the sales team as needed
• Learning and running service.
• Applying what you learn to sales efforts.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Self-motivated and eager to learn

Preferred Skills

• Ability to conduct online research and market analysis
• Basic data analysis skills
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities
• Positive attitude and willingness to take initiative

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience in professional sales environments
• Exposure to sales pipelines, lead generation, and client management
• Mentorship from experienced sales professionals
• Opportunity to develop communication, negotiation, and business skills that will translate to success in future roles.
• Opportunity for hiring on for full time. 

WasteFree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.