About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship designed for students interested in sales and business development. You will gain hands-on experience in lead generation, client engagement, and the recruiting lifecycle. You will work directly with our local teams to support business goals while receiving training and mentorship.
What you'll do#
- Identify and qualify potential clients through outbound prospecting.
- Support account executives with market mapping, lead research, and target list development.
- Make sales calls, craft outreach messages, and nurture client relationships.
- Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and client materials.
- Participate in sales meetings, deal strategy sessions, and pipeline reviews.
- Shadow sales professionals during client calls and visits.
- Track activity metrics and provide weekly progress updates.
- Source and screen candidates using job boards, social media, and internal databases.
- Conduct resume reviews and phone screens.
- Support recruiters with interviews, follow-ups, and candidate communications.
- Assist in writing job descriptions and candidate outreach messages.
- Participate in learning sessions on sales tactics and recruiting best practices.
- Complete a capstone project and collaborate on group business simulations.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
- A major or certification in sales, or membership in a campus sales program, is preferred.
- Strong interest in sales and client development.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport and maintain a professional attitude.
- Strong organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
- A competitive, motivated mindset with a focus on activity goals.
- Prior customer service, campus leadership, or sales experience is a plus.
- A willingness to learn, adapt, and take feedback.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomington, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is a full-time, on-site position.
- Compensation: $19.23 per hour, up to 40 hours per week.
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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