B2B Inside Sales Development Intern – Summer 2026

Office Depot•Austin, TX

1d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The ODP Group’s Summer Internship Program is designed to give aspiring professionals meaningful hands-on experience, dedicated mentorship, and opportunities for skill development. It is a fully immersive program built around several core components, including partnering with business leaders on functional work and projects, leadership roundtables and development workshops, networking opportunities, and a live presentation to a panel of leaders across the organization. This internship is based in our Austin, TX office. The Intern supports an assigned business area by assisting with day-to-day projects and operational initiatives that contribute directly to business objectives. This role provides hands-on exposure to core processes, tools and cross functional collaboration within the organization. The Intern conducts research, prepares basic analyses and presentations, documents workflows, and participates in team meetings and project reviews. The position is intended to develop foundational professional skills, support on-going initiatives and contribute to the successful execution of department priorities. ODP Business Solutions is a leading B2B provider of office, technology, furniture, and facilities solutions, helping organizations of all sizes work smarter and more efficiently. Our Inside Sales Enablement & Strategy team fuels growth by empowering our sales organization with the programs, tools, and support they need to win. As a Summer Intern on this team, you will partner closely with sales leaders and inside sales reps to support day-to-day sales activities—helping drive prospecting efforts, supporting campaigns, preparing customer-facing materials, and assisting with the coordination and execution of sales initiatives. You’ll gain hands-on experience in sales enablement, pipeline support, and sales operations, while collaborating across teams in a fast-paced, dynamic B2B environment.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, etc.) at an accredited university, with a minimum of 60 credit hours completed at time of hire.
No prior professional experience required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and collaboration tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Aptitude and willingness to learn and self-teach new skills.
Fearlessly curious – challenging the status quo by looking at solutions in unconventional ways and seeing opportunities to innovate.
Strong sense of business acumen.
Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be available to work up to 40 hours per week during the entire length of the program.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills in English
Core Skills: Strong communication (phone and email), active listening, curiosity-driven questioning, resilience in handling objections, and basic business acumen.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship, co-op, part-time, or project experience is a plus.
Relevant coursework and academic projects that demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Prior customer-facing experience (retail, call center, campus jobs), familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce), comfort with MS Office, and an interest in B2B sales or account management.

Responsibilities

Support day to day projects and operational tasks – Assist with projects and daily activities within the assigned business area (e.g., data updates, status tracking, coordination) to ensure timely and accurate completion of team priorities.
Conduct research and prepare analytical materials – Gather information, analyze data, and compile findings into clear summaries, reports, or presentations to support decision making and project planning.
Participate in team and cross‑functional meetings – Attend team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project reviews; capture notes, follow‑up items, and contribute ideas to improve processes and outcomes.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners – Work with colleagues in other departments (e.g., Finance, Marketing, Operations) to support ongoing initiatives, share information, and help drive alignment on project goals and deliverables.
Document and improve processes – Help document workflows, update trackers and dashboards (e.g., Excel, project management tools), and maintain accurate records to improve transparency, consistency, and efficiency.
Deliver an end‑of‑internship project or presentation – Synthesize key learnings, project contributions, and recommendations into a final presentation or recap to share outcomes and insights with the team and leadership.
Other duties as assigned.
Kickstart Your Sales Career as a Trusted Advisor - Drive new business by connecting with prospects and customers through high-volume outreach, uncovering their business needs, and positioning ODP Business Solutions as a strategic partner. You’ll spark interest, overcome objections, and book qualified appointments that fuel the sales pipeline and directly impact revenue growth through consultative selling.
Collaborate with a High-Energy Sales Team - Work side-by-side with Inside Sales professionals and sales leadership, sharing insights and strategies to drive account growth. You’ll gain exposure to experienced sales mentors, learn best practices, and build relationships across the organization.
Build Your Skills with Modern Sales Tools & Training - Develop hands-on experience with leading sales technologies like Salesforce and other analytics tools, while receiving ongoing coaching and formal training on modern sales techniques, messaging, and productivity tools.