Sales Associate Candidate Pool

CIEE Inc

4h•Remote

About The Position

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multicultural world. BridgeUSA is one of CIEE’s signature divisions, connecting international students and young professionals with meaningful cultural exchange opportunities across the United States. Through these experiences, participants build global friendships, gain valuable professional skills, and deepen cross-cultural understanding, strengthening the people-to-people connections at the heart of international exchange. CIEE maintains a candidate pool to support staffing needs throughout the year. Opportunities may be available across multiple teams as business needs arise. By joining the sales associate candidate pool, your information will be reviewed for upcoming full-time positions that align with your skills and experience. The Sales Associate role within the BridgeUSA International Sales team is designed for recent college graduates and emerging professionals who are eager to build a career in sales. This position is ideal for someone competitive, motivated by achieving results, and driven to meet and exceed ambitious targets. We welcome applicants from many backgrounds who are motivated to learn and grow. Many successful candidates have experience participating in activities that involve teamwork, leadership, and goal setting, such as: Athletic teams (high school, college, club, or community leagues) Student organizations or campus clubs Academic teams, debate teams, or leadership programs Entrepreneurial or business clubs These experiences often build transferable skills like drive, collaboration, accountability, persistence, and strong communication- skills that are essential for effective relationship-building and success in sales roles. As a Sales Associate, you will learn the fundamentals of sales outreach, relationship building, and program promotion while supporting the growth of the BridgeUSA programs.

Requirements

Are you a recent college graduate or an early-career professional
Enjoy winning, communicating with people, and building relationships
Are curious about global cultures and international exchange programs
Have strong listening and networking skills
Are organized and comfortable learning new technology tools
Are motivated to grow professionally and receive mentorship

Nice To Haves

Previous sales experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Connect with prospective host organizations, partners, and community contacts to introduce BridgeUSA programs
Support outreach campaigns through phone, email, and virtual sales meetings
Build relationships with employers and community partners across the U.S. with the goal of driving sales.
Collaborate with experienced team members to identify new partnership opportunities that would result in sales
Track outreach activities and engagement using internal systems
Participate in training sessions focused on professional communication, sales fundamentals, and international education
Help promote cultural exchange opportunities that support global learning and workforce development