About the role#
The Sales Internship at Aerotek is a 10-week paid program focused on the three core areas of the business: Recruiting, Account Management, and Field Support. You will gain exposure to the full sales cycle while working alongside internal teams. This role requires strong business acumen as you interact with candidates, contractors, and clients.
What you'll do#
- Post job openings to the candidate tracking system to build our talent pool.
- Review resumes and identify qualified candidates for the interview process.
- Coordinate interview schedules between candidates and recruiters.
- Shadow recruiters during calls, interviews, and reference checks.
- Update and maintain documentation in the Applicant Tracking System.
- Join account managers on cold calls, client visits, and requisition qualification meetings.
- Participate in lead generation and cold calling sessions.
- Attend networking events and contractor lunches.
- Observe field support processes, including background investigations, drug testing, and unemployment claims.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university pursuing a BA or BS degree.
- Preference for students transitioning between their junior and senior years.
- Preference for those with a sales degree, minor, or certificate.
- Prior experience in sales or customer service roles.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Irvine, California.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- This is a rolling internship.
About Aerotek
Aerotek is a staffing and recruiting firm founded in 1983. Based in Hanover, Maryland, the company operates a network of over 200 offices across North America. It provides workforce solutions for industries including manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, and facilities maintenance. The company is part of the Allegis Group.
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