About the role#
This 10-week summer internship provides hands-on experience in business development and client engagement. You will work alongside our team to support sales and recruiting goals. The program includes training, mentorship, and opportunities to participate in business simulations and group challenges. You will also complete a capstone project by the end of the term.
What you'll do#
- Identify and qualify potential clients through outbound prospecting.
- Support account executives with lead research, market mapping, and target list development.
- Learn to make sales calls, draft outreach messages, and nurture client relationships.
- Assist with preparing proposals, presentations, and client materials.
- Participate in sales meetings, deal strategy sessions, and pipeline reviews.
- Shadow sales professionals during client calls and site visits.
- Track activity metrics and provide progress updates.
- Source and screen candidates using job boards, databases, and social media.
- Conduct initial resume reviews and phone screens.
- Support recruiters with interviews, candidate communications, and follow-ups.
- Assist in writing job descriptions and candidate outreach messages.
- Learn the fundamentals of the recruiting lifecycle.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree as a rising Senior.
- Majors in Business Administration or Marketing are preferred.
- A strong interest in sales and business development.
- Competitive drive and comfort working toward activity goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain a professional attitude.
- Strong organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
- Willingness to learn, take feedback, and adapt quickly.
- A sales degree, certification, or participation in a campus sales program is a plus.
- Prior customer service, campus leadership, or sales experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas
- Work Modality: On-site
- Term: Summer 2027
- Compensation: $19.23 per hour
- Status: Paid, full-time (maximum 40 hours per week)
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Actalent
Actalent provides engineering and science services along with talent solutions. The company supports nearly 30,000 consultants and works with over 4,500 clients across North America, Asia, and Europe. Its expertise covers product and manufacturing, laboratory sciences, and construction management. Actalent is a subsidiary of Allegis Group and maintains its headquarters in Hanover, Maryland.
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