Sales Development Representative Intern

Summary

Join Bainbridge, a leading financial services firm, as a Business Development Intern and become a crucial member of our team, generating new business opportunities. This performance-based internship offers valuable experience in a real-world sales role, building your communication skills, business acumen, and resilience. You will learn to build client relationships from scratch and position yourself for a long-term career in financial services. The internship is remote, 20-30 hours per week, with a minimum 90-day commitment and pays $18.00-$20.00 per hour, plus discretionary bonuses. The position requires strong communication, organizational, and CRM software skills. Immediate start date.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled senior or recent graduate of BA/BS degree program in Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, or a related field
• Adept at handling objections and overcoming challenges in a professional manner
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate product offerings and value propositions effectively
• Goal-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving targets and delivering results
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct extensive outbound prospecting calls to identify potential clients
• Qualify leads and set appointments for sales executives through effective communication and active listening
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to develop and execute strategies to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of prospect interactions in our CRM system
• Continuously improve your knowledge of our products/services, industry trends, and competitive landscape

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in sales, customer service, or a similar role, highly preferred
• Experience in private equity, financial services, or related professional services, preferred

Benefits

• This position is eligible for discretionary, bonuses based on individual performance
• Position Location: Remote digital office (work from home) must be U.S. based