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Summer 2025 Sales Internship
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Internship (Full-Time, Summer 2025)
Compensation: Commission-Based
About Us:
Spire is a fast-growing pest control company dedicated to providing top-quality services to our customers. We are seeking motivated and ambitious interns to join our sales team for the summer. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales, develop valuable business skills, and work in a dynamic, results-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the sales team in prospecting and generating new leads.
- Conduct outreach via phone, email, and in-person meetings to potential clients.
- Support in building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Participate in sales meetings and training sessions to develop selling techniques.
- Help with market research and competitive analysis.
- Track and report sales activities using CRM software.
Characteristics/Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a college/university program, preferably in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is a plus but not required.
- Experience in sales, customer service, or marketing is a plus but not required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Capable of steering discussions and fostering relationships with potential customers.
- Have remarkable confidence and composure throughout the sales process.
- Have a desire to obtain financial freedom.
What We Offer:
- High Earning Potential: Top performers can earn multiple six-figures annually with uncapped commissions.
- Hands-on experience in a fast-paced sales environment.
- Industry-leading sales training and resources.
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Potential for future full-time employment.
- A fun and collaborative workplace culture.
- Discounted housing available (plus rent reimbursement for hitting sales goals!)
- Weekly incentives, win movie tickets, dinner, shoes and much more!
- Top reps attend our company trip - all expenses paid!
“Selling door to door for 2 years is the equivalent of a 4 year college communications degree.” -Jamie Foxx
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to follow up on their applications. You can reach the hiring manager, Blake, via email at blake@spirepest.com
Join us this summer and take the first step toward a successful career in sales!