About the role#
This internship offers current undergraduate students hands-on experience in business development. You will work alongside our team to learn the full sales process, from initial outreach to client engagement and closing support. You will receive mentorship to build a foundation in consultative sales and business strategy.
What you'll do#
- Contact sales leads and set meetings for the executive team.
- Manage calling activities, notes, and follow-ups in HubSpot.
- Research open jobs, qualify job categories and industries, and identify local decision makers.
- Act as a consultative partner by understanding customer business needs and providing solutions.
- Differentiate Katapult from competitors and overcome objections.
- Submit activity and results reports to management.
- Meet or exceed daily sales and research goals.
- Collaborate with the team to accomplish results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Communications.
- Excellent verbal, telephone, and written communication skills.
- Achievement-oriented mindset with a focus on metrics, persistence, and grit.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to make decisions using sound reasoning.
- A competitive, team-focused, and humble attitude with a hunger to learn.
- Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Term: Winter 2027 (December 2026 to May 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, 8-hour shifts on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
- Compensation: $16 per hour plus uncapped sales commission.
About Katapult Network
Katapult Network is a human resources services firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in 2015, the company employs between 11 and 50 people. It connects recent college graduates with entry-level roles in sectors such as finance, logistics, and customer support. The firm uses a recruitment approach that accounts for individual candidate needs alongside hiring manager requirements.
How to get in at Katapult Network
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