Sales Intern

Daktronics•Annapolis, MD

9h•$18 - $24•Remote

About The Position

Join Daktronics and be part of a team that creates cutting-edge digital LED display technology and audio systems. Experience the thrill of working on projects that bring excitement to sports events, attract customers worldwide, and guide people in their daily lives. At Daktronics, you’ll engage in meaningful work and have the chance to grow both personally and professionally. Our internships and student positions offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of our products and industry practices. You’ll have a mentor who will challenge you to find solutions, take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products, practices, and procedures. We are committed to providing the resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position, ensuring you feel supported and are successful. What will the work look like for me? Your exact responsibilities will vary depending upon assignment, but you can expect opportunities like these during your internship. Learn sales strategies including inside sales, business-to-business (B2B), service sales, and advertising sales: Job shadow our professional sales team. Demonstrate products, visit customers, may attend trade shows. Give customer presentations. Conduct research. Generate and track leads. Learn sales operation processes. Contribute to Daktronics Intern Group: Monthly luncheons. Attend Toastmasters. Recruiting events. Give internship capstone presentation and attend colleagues’ presentations. Experience manufacturing through production rotation. Build and maintain professional relationships. To get a glimpse of what our most recent interns have been working on, check out our Sales Intern Blog Site (https://www.daktronics.com/blog/authors/daktronics-intern)—it's a great way to see the experience through their eyes!

Requirements

You’re an outgoing, self-motivated, flexible, well-organized person who is both empathetic and personable.
You understand customers, so know the work schedule may include evenings and weekends.
You can meet our academic, travel, and other requirements.
Preferred applicants will be full-time students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree program related to sales, business, communication, economics, sports management, entrepreneurial studies, marketing, or engineering.
Will consider May 2026 graduates.
Completion of sophomore year in good academic standing.
Must be able to take a semester off from school to complete the internship, if applicable. Taking a semester off means no class obligations either online or in person during the duration of the internship.
Must be able to commit to at least 40 hours per week.
Overtime will be required, as needed, to support special events and travel.
Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application.
Willing to travel up to 18% of the time (35 days). Generally, 5-18 trips ranging from 2-13 days including weekends with the average being three (3) days away.
Ability to travel by air and ground.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be able to meet and maintain Daktronics Driving Eligibility Requirements. Motor vehicle records will be checked.
Comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements for operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV): Be at least 21 years of age. Obtain state & company certification to operate a CMV with a gross vehicle weight rating from 10,001 to 26,001 pounds. Employees will be required to participate in a driver exam road test Pass a medical exam, which includes drug test. Physically able to connect trailer to vehicle. Be able to operate large trucks with or without trailers safely in various weather and traffic conditions.
Learn sales strategies including business-to-business (B2B), advertising sales, inside sales, and service sales.
May work from multiple locations, including Daktronics offices and/or home-based office.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Fluent in English, written and verbal.
Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Spanish or French helpful.

Responsibilities

Learn sales strategies including inside sales, business-to-business (B2B), service sales, and advertising sales
Job shadow our professional sales team
Demonstrate products, visit customers, may attend trade shows
Give customer presentations
Conduct research
Generate and track leads
Learn sales operation processes
Contribute to Daktronics Intern Group: Monthly luncheons. Attend Toastmasters. Recruiting events
Give internship capstone presentation and attend colleagues’ presentations
Experience manufacturing through production rotation
Build and maintain professional relationships