Sales Intern

Sales Intern - Service and Maintenance Sales

Company: Dwan Elevator
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Employment Type: Internship (Part-Time or Full-Time, Temporary)

About Dwan Elevator

Dwan Elevator is a dynamic, small business specializing in residential elevator solutions across the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide high-quality service, maintenance, and modernization to ensure safe and reliable elevator performance for our clients.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Sales Intern to support our service and maintenance sales efforts. This role focuses on managing inbound inquiries through the sales cycle, outbound sales outreach, and executing mass mail direct marketing campaigns. As a Sales Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced small business environment, learning the ins and outs of sales in the elevator industry. Ideal candidates will have an interest in construction, elevators, HVAC, or similar trades and a desire to grow in a dynamic company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Management: Qualify inbound inquiries and guide leads through the sales process, from initial contact to proposal submission.
• Proposal Support: Collaborate with the sales team to prepare service contract proposals and maintenance agreements.
• Outbound Sales Outreach: Contact potential clients (e.g., homeowners, property managers) to promote service and maintenance contracts.
• Direct Marketing Campaigns: Assist in designing, launching, and tracking mass mail direct marketing campaigns to generate leads.
• Customer Engagement: Build relationships with clients through phone calls, emails, and follow-ups to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Market Research: Research local market trends and competitors to support targeted outreach efforts.
• CRM Utilization: Log activities and manage leads using CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with service technicians and management to align sales efforts with operational capabilities.

Qualifications

• Education: Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in business, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred. Recent graduates may also apply.
• Experience:
  • No prior sales experience required, but an interest in sales, marketing, or customer-facing roles is a plus.
  • Familiarity with construction, elevators, HVAC, or similar trades is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Skills:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for professional outreach and client interactions.
  • Comfort with outbound calling and email campaigns.
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and willingness to learn CRM tools.
  • Eagerness to learn, adaptability, and a proactive attitude in a dynamic work environment.
• Other Requirements:
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the San Francisco Bay Area, if needed.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team.

Compensation

• Base Pay: Competitive hourly base pay for an internship role.
• Bonus Opportunity: Potential for performance-based bonuses tied to successful lead generation or campaign outcomes.
• Benefits: Exposure to small business operations, mentorship from experienced professionals, and hands-on experience in a growing industry.

Why Join Dwan Elevator?

As a Sales Intern at Dwan Elevator, you’ll gain valuable real-world experience in sales, marketing, and customer relationship management within a dynamic small business. This internship offers the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team, learn about the elevator industry, and contribute to the success of a company that enhances accessibility and quality of life for homeowners.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the Sales Intern role and what you hope to gain from this experience to office@dwanelevator.com.

Dwan Elevator is An Equal Opportunity, Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at office@dwanelevator.com