About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in professional sales within the retail apparel industry. You will work with the Tom James team to learn prospecting and appointment setting. The program runs for 8 hours per week from January 19th through March 12th, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Book appointments with qualified leads over the phone.
- Use prospecting tools to find and build selling opportunities.
- Develop a practical understanding of professional sales.
- Work alongside sales mentors and collaborate with other interns across the country.
- Participate in live Zoom corporate training sessions and small group calls.
What you'll need#
- You must be an active student at the University of Tampa with a graduation date by Summer 2027.
- You need a growth-minded approach and a competitive spirit.
- You must be able to attend two in-person workshops on campus during the second and sixth weeks of the program.
- You must be available for Friday live Zoom sessions.
Location & details#
- Location: Tampa, Florida.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $15 per hour.
- Term: Winter 2027.
About Tom James Company
Tom James Company manufactures and retails custom clothing. Founded in 1966, the firm operates as a vertically integrated business that controls production from raw materials to finished garments. It maintains 97 locations across the United States and several international countries. The company employs over 1,400 people and provides custom suits, shirts, and accessories to clients.
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