Paid Internship - Business Development & Sales

Job Summary Looking for a chance to gain real-world sales experience while doing something that actually makes a difference? We’re a mission-driven small business focused on clothing recycling in East Tennessee — placing bright green donation bins at schools, non-profits, and businesses to support sustainability and give back to our community. We’re growing fast, and we need a self-starter who’s ready to help us keep that momentum going. This is a paid internship designed for a college student who’s curious about sales, wants to build professional skills, and isn't afraid to pick up the phone and get after it. What You’ll Be Doing • Research schools, churches, and community businesses that may be a good fit for one of our clothing bins. • Cold call and email new prospects using leads you source (with tools we’ll show you). • Schedule video calls or in-person visits with decision-makers. • Track outreach and follow-ups in simple tools like Google Sheets. • Partner with schools and other nonprofits to promote their bins using social media posts, newsletters, and simple promotional flyers we’ll help you create. • Help manage relationships and communication with new and existing host sites. • Celebrate every “yes” — each one helps reduce landfill waste and gives back to local organizations. Why This Role is Awesome • Hands-on Sales Training: Learn what actually works in cold outreach and community partnerships. • Work with Purpose: Be part of something meaningful — our bins help schools & non-profits raise money while keeping textiles out of landfills. • Flexible Schedule: You’ll work part-time, with flexibility to fit your school schedule. • Boost Your Resume: This isn’t coffee runs and busy work — you’ll own real work and see results. • Local Territory: Work from home — no long commutes required. We’re Looking for Someone Who: • Enjoys talking to people and isn't intimidated by cold calling or rejection. • Is organized, persistent, and takes initiative without needing constant direction. • Communicates clearly and professionally — especially over email and phone. • Has access to a reliable phone and computer. • Bonus if you're familiar with tools like Google Workspace, or Canva — but not required. Location & Pay • Remote/local hybrid — based in East Tennessee (Knoxville, Chattanooga, or surrounding areas). Not essential to be based here but preferred. • ~$18–$30/hr depending on experience and performance. • Potential for longer-term opportunity. Interested? If you're ready to get your feet wet in business development, build confidence, and help a business that’s doing good work, we’d love to talk. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week Benefits: • Flexible schedule Schedule: • Choose your own hours Application Question(s): • What are your career goals? • What are you really good at professionally? • What are you not as good at professionally or perhaps just not as interested in doing? • This role involves frequent cold calling, often with little initial response or interest. Describe why you believe you're a good fit for that kind of work and what personal traits would help you succeed. • What do you hope to gain from a role that involves cold outreach to non-profits and local businesses? Work Location: Remote Apply Job! Apply to this Job