Business Development Intern

The Role

This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing sales development internship with comprehensive training and ongoing support. You'll take ownership of your projects from day one while building a real foundation in B2B sales.

What Success Looks Like

Our most successful interns come ready to:

• Work independently – Show you can take direction and execute effectively
• Drive your own results – You create opportunities rather than wait for them
• Communicate confidently – Professional, curious, and focused on scheduling meetings
• Master B2B sales – Even if it's new territory, you learn quickly and apply knowledge immediately
• Stay resilient – You view challenges as learning opportunities that strengthen your skills

Tasks

Your responsibilities include:

• Outbound calling to generate interest and schedule qualified meetings for senior sales representatives or clients
• Following up on positive email responses to secure meetings while prospects are engaged
• Managing client communications during the 9am–5pm EST window with quick response times to inbound leads
• Maintaining accurate CRM and dialer records after every interaction
• Providing daily activity reports highlighting progress, successes, and challenges
• Managing appointment logistics including rescheduling to optimize client calendars
• Continuously improving processes using AI tools, proven scripts, and best practices from Expansion Americas

Requirements

Who We're Looking For

Core Qualities:

• Self-directed – You take initiative and identify next steps without constant guidance
• Goal-oriented – You're motivated by clear targets and committed to achieving strong results
• Learning-focused – You welcome feedback, coaching, and opportunities for professional growth
• Persistent – You understand sales requires consistent effort and are comfortable with high activity levels
• Business-minded – No prior B2B sales experience required; eagerness to learn is what matters most
• Language skills – English and/or Spanish: near-native fluency (C1 level or higher)

Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled as a university student (undergraduate or recent graduate open to an internship)
• Able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours/week during the internship term

Valuable Background:

• Sales, customer service, fundraising, or call center experience (not required)
• Coursework or interest in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
• Familiarity with CRMs and outreach tools like email platforms and power dialers
• Experience with productivity tools such as Slack, Airtable, and Notion