Summer - SBS Sales Intern

Overview

Sharp Business Systems has an immediate opening for a Sales Intern who is eager to learn, highly motivated, and ready to develop hands-on sales experience. This internship provides a unique opportunity to work directly with Sales Leaders and gain valuable insight into B2B sales strategies, lead generation, and closing deals. You will also receive practical training on industry-leading sales tools to prepare you for a successful sales career.

The Sales Intern Will Learn

• Solution-based selling techniques with a focus on enterprise sales.
• The sales cycle—from prospecting to closing deals.
• How to identify and engage key decision-makers in prospective accounts.
• How to create compelling presentations for our outside sales team to target key clients.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Branch Sales Manager, who will provide direct training and mentorship.
• Collaborate with branch sales and support staff, giving exposure to various roles within the sales ecosystem.
• Expect to engage with field service technicians and administrative personnel for a full-circle understanding of business operations.
  
  

Qualifications

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Junior or Senior students pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Passionate about Sales, Marketing, and Business Development.
• Strong understanding of information technology and business applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable engaging with clients and building professional relationships.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to multiple locations as needed.
  
  

Summer Internship Details

• Compensation: The hourly rate is $18/hr.
• Duration: The internship program spans approximately 10 weeks, running from June 3rd to August 9th, 2024.
• Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid position, requiring interns to be in the office in Montvale, NJ, four days a week (Monday to Thursday), with Fridays designated for remote work at the manager's discretion.
• Transportation: Since the office location in Montvale, NJ, is not accessible by public transportation, interns must have reliable transportation.
• Housing: We do not provide housing or a housing stipend for interns.
• Work Visa: Unfortunately, we do not offer work visa sponsorship for this role, including participation in Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and F-1 Visa programs.
  
  

ABOUT US: Sharp Business Systems

Sharp Business Systems (SBS) is a direct sales division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. based subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation. With the strategic solutions set that make up the Simply Smarter Office, Sharp Electronics is viewed as a leading provider of innovative technologies and services ranging from its highly acclaimed AQUOS interactive display panels and portfolio of multifunctional printers, to a proven suite of advanced workflow and managed IT services.

Sharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer – minority – female – disability - veteran.

No agency resumes will be accepted or fees paid in the absence of an official written engagement agreement executed in advance by Human Resources for this particular position.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered. Local candidates only, please.