About the role#
This internship is designed to build foundational sales skills and grow your professional network. You will work on real business accounts and make an impact from your first day. You will be paired with an experienced full-time sales mentor to help guide your progress. This program serves as a path to full-time employment at ALKU.
What you'll do#
- Work the phones, book meetings, chase leads, and hit metrics.
- Complete Circuit, our intern training program, to receive hands-on experience and real-time feedback.
- Learn both sides of the sales process.
- Drive business through lead generation, outreach, and sourcing.
What you'll need#
- A competitive, entrepreneurial mindset.
- To be reward-driven and money-motivated.
- A quick learning style that allows you to hit the ground running.
- Leadership qualities among your peers.
- A charismatic and enthusiastic approach when working with clients.
- We accept all majors, as we focus on character traits rather than specific fields of study.
Location & details#
- Location: Franklin, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $16-$18 per hour plus weekly performance-based bonuses.
- Hours: During the fall and spring semesters, you must work a minimum of 12 hours per week, scheduled around your classes. During the summer, the role is full-time at 40 hours per week.
- Status: This is a paid internship. We do not provide visa sponsorship.
About ALKU
ALKU is a consulting services firm based in Andover, Massachusetts. Founded in 2008, the company maintains a staff of 201 to 500 employees. It provides specialized consulting resources across sectors such as healthcare IT, life sciences, government programs, and technology. Each division focuses on a single industry specialty to provide targeted support to clients.
How to get in at ALKU
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