About the role#
We are looking for five motivated students to join our Sales and Business Development Internship Program. This role focuses on growing our membership base and generating new business. You will work directly with our sales team to learn prospecting, relationship building, and sales conversion. This is a hands-on position where you will have measurable goals and active responsibilities. Top performers may be considered for a full-time Recruiter position upon completion of the program.
What you'll do#
- Identify and engage prospective members using phone calls, email, social media, and community outreach.
- Schedule qualified appointments and introductory training sessions.
- Follow up with leads to encourage enrollment.
- Build relationships with local schools, athletic organizations, and businesses.
- Assist with open houses, promotional events, and membership campaigns.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activity and prospect information.
- Participate in weekly coaching, performance reviews, and sales training.
- Collaborate with management and coaches to improve member acquisition.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university.
- Eligibility to receive academic credit for this internship.
- Approval from your academic institution before starting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A competitive, goal-oriented, and self-motivated mindset.
- Comfort speaking with people by phone and in person.
- Interest in fitness, sports, marketing, sales, or business development.
- A strong work ethic, professional demeanor, and a willingness to be coached.
- No previous sales experience is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Tampa, Florida.
- Duration: 3 months.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: Unpaid, for college academic credit.
- Majors: Business Administration or Marketing.
About D1 TRAINING
D1 Training operates a fitness network focused on athletic-based training for all age groups. The company uses five core tenets including strength, conditioning, and performance series to guide its fitness programs. It maintains over 170 open facilities and is based in Franklin, Tennessee. The organization employs between 11 and 50 people.
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