Prospecting Sales Intern
Position: Prospecting Sales Intern
Location: Johnson Creek, WI
Reports to: Sales Manager/Team Lead
Job Overview:
As a Prospecting Sales Intern, you will be responsible for assisting the sales team with generating new business opportunities. You will support the sales department by researching potential clients, identifying leads, and engaging with prospects to set the stage for future sales efforts. This internship will provide hands-on experience in prospecting, lead generation, and the sales cycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Generation: Research and identify new leads through various channels including online databases, social media, trade shows, and networking events.
Cold Outreach: Initiate contact with prospects via email, phone calls, and social media to introduce the company’s services or products.
Data Entry & CRM Management: Enter new prospect information into the CRM system and ensure the data is accurate and up to date.
Follow-Up: Follow up with leads and prospects to nurture relationships and keep them engaged with the sales team.
Market Research: Gather information on industry trends, competitors, and potential market opportunities to support the sales strategy.
Collaboration: Work closely with the sales team to understand client needs and provide support in preparing for meetings and presentations.
Reporting: Assist with preparing regular reports on lead generation progress, conversion rates, and sales activities.
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program (e.g., Business, Marketing, or related field).
Strong interest in sales and business development.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Comfortable using CRM software and Microsoft Office tools.
Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
What You Will Gain:
Hands-on experience in B2B sales and lead generation techniques.
Exposure to the complete sales cycle and strategies.
Professional development in communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Opportunity to work with an experienced sales team and gain insights into industry best practices.
One company – HBK
Hottinger Brüel & Kjaer (HBK) is a global leader in the fields of sensors, data acquisition, and analytics. Additionally, we provide services and collaboration for various R&D, production and in-operation applications.
Until the end of July 2020, the companies were known as Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH (HBM) and Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement A/S, respectively.
HBK is a subsidiary of Spectris plc and employs around 3000 people worldwide. Our product ecosystem covers all layers, from sensors and electronics to software and collaboration. Our customers range from end users of the entire supply chain focusing on analytics and results in virtual testing, physical testing, and monitoring to our OEM and system integrator partners and customers integrating our products into their own offerings and solutions. Our product portfolio is as versatile and varied as our customer base and covers many industries.
We have engineering and production facilities in Germany, Denmark, UK, Portugal, USA, and China and are represented in over 80 countries worldwide. We are proud to be one of the top three suppliers worldwide in our market segments served, thanks to our high-quality products and the commitment of our employees.