Sales Intern

Summary/Objectives

The Sales Intern will gain entry-level knowledge and experience in the RJ Young Solutions and Sales Process. The ideal candidate will be a college student prior to graduation, who is eager to gain experience in B2B selling. This Intern must demonstrate a desire to learn and absorb product, service, prospecting, and sales knowledge while growing their ability to help Account Executives penetrate their markets. Throughout the internship, they will have the opportunity to sell, research, prospect, and present to clients alongside Account Executives and Sales Management.

This is an hourly paid position, and the intern is expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, depending on availability. 

Essential Functions

50% - Marketing and proactive outreach

25% - Client and product research

15% - Face to face selling and presentation with partnered Account Executives

10% - Administrative support

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

RJ Young hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; more defined hours will be specified between the intern and management.

Travel

Minimal, within the local office’s territory

Required Education and Experience

Applicant must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.

AAP/EEO Statement

RJ Young provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Other Duties

Please note that the job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.