Business Development Representative Intern (Remote)

Who we are

Branch, recruiting center and onsite teams are backed by a central payroll and compliance group in Salem. Regional vice presidents oversee clusters of branches in Oregon and neighboring markets. Branch hours are 7:30 to 5, with one person on call for after-hours orders.

The internship

Work with the Business Development Team on partnerships and B2B sales. Good fit for BBA, MBA and commerce students who want real sales exposure. Remote position. Most of the team is in Salem, but nobody is required to come in. Communication happens mostly in Slack and short video calls.

What you'll do

Follow up with leads who have gone quiet, using approved email sequences. Research prospects before calls: company size, current tools, likely pain points. Share feedback from prospects with the product and marketing teams. Send personalised outreach messages on LinkedIn and email, 40 to 60 a day. Track daily and weekly targets in a shared sheet. Prepare simple pitch decks and one-page proposals in Google Slides.

Requirements

Available 40 hours a week for the full internship. Authorized to work in the US. CPT and OPT candidates are welcome to apply. Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, graduating between December 2027 and June 2028. Laptop, headset with mic and a quiet place to take calls. Basic MS Excel or Google Sheets skills. Able to take rejection without taking it personally. Comfortable making 30 or more calls a day. Clear spoken and written English. Hindi, Urdu or another local language is a plus for some markets.

What you'll learn

How to use a CRM properly, which most fresh graduates never learn. Cold calling and objection handling, with call reviews from the sales manager. You will own your own pipeline numbers by the second month.

Duration: 10-12 weeks

Start date: May 2027

Stipend: $22.00 to $22.50 per hour

Perks

Mentorship from a dedicated buddy and manager. Flexible hours. Return offer opportunities. Final presentation to leadership.

Most hires start within two to three weeks of an offer.

Duration: 10-12 weeks. Start: May 2027.

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