A Sales Intern, or Junior Sales Associate, is someone who assists senior sales staff in an entry-level role while gaining experience in the field. Their duties include conducting research, attending meetings and making phone calls or responding to emails.
A Sales Intern should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Sales Intern should be able to execute:
- Working with their manager or a sales associate to complete assigned tasks
- Attending meetings and events to observe and learn
- Updating sales records and documents accurately
- Observing how to close deals in the sales process
- Communicating with vendors and clients at the manager’s request
- Assessing whether sales targets are met
A competitive Sales Intern will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Enrollment in a marketing or business program
- Ability to take initiative
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude
- Collaborative spirit
