Business Solutions Enterprise Sales Intern

Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services. Interning with us means you will be able to jumpstart your future career by getting valuable hands-on learning experience while you work on priority business projects that will greatly enhance your resume. Your 12-week internship will include training, coaching and mentoring, while working in a supportive work environment that prioritizes diversity, all while you represent a superior telecommunications company.

Internship Experience:

Astound offers interns the opportunity to participate in company- and market-impacting projects, while learning about the industry, your chosen field, and leadership. Interns will experience the following:

• Management partnership to align internship goals with learning goals.
• Projects and hands-on-experience to be used in a portfolio, CV, or resume.
• Mentor guidance on career development.
• Leadership and skills training.
• Networking opportunities with senior leaders and executives.
• Weekly speaker series providing you with valuable tools to use now and in the future.

Position Overview:

The Business Solutions Enterprise Sales Intern will assist in identifying and qualifying potential leads, analyzing competitor activity and market trends, and researching business needs. The Business Solutions Enterprise Sales Intern will work closely with Sales representatives and leadership to generate leads and support the sales cycle by conducting outbound prospecting to schedule qualification meetings.

Where you will work:

• This opportunity offers the flexibility to work on a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the Seattle, WA office.

A Day in the Life of the Business Solutions Enterprise Sales Intern:

• Build and qualify prospecting lists for the sales team by segmenting businesses based on size, industry, and proximity to the network.
• Analyze competitor activity and market trends to identify potential opportunities.
• Conduct research to uncover potential leads within specific industries, such as logistics, technology, legal services, and businesses with multiple locations.
• Utilize resources like Zoom Info, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, mapping software, and various company databases to gather relevant information.
• Conduct outbound prospecting via email, phone calls and face-to-face outreach to schedule qualification meetings.
• Join qualification/discovery calls with sales representatives to observe and participate in sales conversations.
• Prepare detailed reports on pipeline progress, conversion metrics, and lead generation sources to aid in accurate forecasting and decision-making.
• Gather valuable information from all available sources, customer feedback, and industry data/news to narrow in on areas for improvement and potential opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Sheets for data analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Motivated, eager to learn, and excited about sales.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of CRM systems (Sugar, Salesforce, or similar) is a plus.
• Comfortable with cold outreach (calls, emails, face-to-face) to engage prospects.

Education:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Data Analytics, Finance, Entrepreneurship, or a related field.

Compensation:

The base compensation for this position is $20.00 per hour. The base pay represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job.

Our Mission Statement:

* Take care of our customers

* Take care of each other

* Do what we say we are going to do

* Have fun

Diverse Workforce / EEO:

Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (For San Francisco Candidates Only):

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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