Business Development Intern

Title: Business Development Intern Location: Remote (Washington, United States) The Role This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing sales development internship with comprehensive training and ongoing support. You'll take ownership of your projects from day one while building a real foundation in B2B sales. What Success Looks Like Our most successful interns come ready to: * Work independently – Show you can take direction and execute effectively * Drive your own results – You create opportunities rather than wait for them * Communicate confidently – Professional, curious, and focused on scheduling meetings * Master B2B sales – Even if it's new territory, you learn quickly and apply knowledge immediately * Stay resilient – You view challenges as learning opportunities that strengthen your skills ## Tasks Tasks Your responsibilities include: * Outbound calling to generate interest and schedule qualified meetings for senior sales representatives or clients * Following up on positive email responses to secure meetings while prospects are engaged * Managing client communications during the 9am–5pm EST window with quick response times to inbound leads * Maintaining accurate CRM and dialer records after every interaction * Providing daily activity reports highlighting progress, successes, and challenges * Managing appointment logistics including rescheduling to optimize client calendars * Continuously improving processes using AI tools, proven scripts, and best practices from Expansion Americas ## Requirements Requirements Who We're Looking For Core Qualities: * Self-directed – You take initiative and identify next steps without constant guidance * Goal-oriented – You're motivated by clear targets and committed to achieving strong results * Learning-focused – You welcome feedback, coaching, and opportunities for professional growth * Persistent – You understand sales requires consistent effort and are comfortable with high activity levels * Business-minded – No prior B2B sales experience required; eagerness to learn is what matters most * Language skills – English and/or Spanish: near-native fluency (C1 level or higher) Eligibility: * Currently enrolled as a university student (undergraduate or recent graduate open to an internship) * Able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours/week during the internship term Valuable Background: * Sales, customer service, fundraising, or call center experience (not required) * Coursework or interest in business, marketing, communications, or a related field * Familiarity with CRMs and outreach tools like email platforms and power dialers * Experience with productivity tools such as Slack, Airtable, and Notion ## Benefits Benefits What You'll Gain * Paid, professional sales experience in a B2B environment * Direct mentorship from experienced sales leaders * Access to proven methodologies, AI tools, and comprehensive training materials * A strong foundation for future roles in sales, business development, or client-facing careers * Potential path to a full-time position internally or with our clients upon successful completion * Remote work flexibility with a performance-focused, supportive team * Flexible scheduling options to accommodate class schedules * Remote role (Based in the Americas region, Eastern time) Compensation * Competitive hourly rate + performance bonuses for meetings scheduled * Minimum 20 hours/week IMPORTANT - PLEASE REVIEW Since this role is all about professional communication, your resume is only part of the story. To help us understand your communication style and see if you're a potential fit, a short video submission is a required part of this application. Please record a video (under five minutes) that covers the following points: * Introduce yourself briefly. * Describe any sales, customer service, or leadership experience you have (school-related is welcome). * Explain why you are interested in this internship at Expansion Americas. Some Tips for Success! * We value clarity over production quality. Your phone camera is perfectly fine. * Focus on the content of your message and your professional presence. * Upload your video to a platform like YouTube (as "Unlisted"), Loom, or Vimeo and include the shareable link in your application.