Business Development Intern

Expansion Americas

5d • Remote

About The Position

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. Our most successful interns come ready to work independently, drive their own results, communicate confidently, master B2B sales, and stay resilient, viewing challenges as learning opportunities.

Requirements

• 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
• English and/or Spanish: near-native fluency (C1 level or higher)
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Sales, customer service, fundraising, or call center experience
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Paid, professional sales experience in a B2B environment
• Direct mentorship from experienced sales leaders
• Access to proven methodologies, AI tools, and comprehensive training materials
• A strong foundation for future roles in sales, business development, or client-facing careers
• Potential path to a full-time position internally or with our clients upon successful completion
• Remote work flexibility with a performance-focused, supportive team
• Flexible scheduling options to accommodate class schedules
• Competitive hourly rate + performance bonuses for meetings scheduled

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree