Sales Development Associate Internship Opportunities

Sales Development Associate – Paid Internship at Impel Talent

Job Description

Impel Talent is seeking a passionate Sales Development Associate for a 6-month full-time paid internship. This role goes beyond sales—it’s about building authentic relationships and making meaningful human connections. At Impel Talent, we focus on Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, and Space & Technology sectors, driving impact through responsible career development and innovative recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage prospective candidates within Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, and Technology sectors to communicate Impel Talent’s mission and services.
• Conduct outreach using phone, email, and LinkedIn to initiate genuine conversations instead of scripted messages.
• Present leadership development programs and the Impel Connect platform (www.impeltalent.com/connect) to support professional growth.
• Qualify leads by understanding their goals, challenges, and aspirations to connect them with appropriate opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior recruiters and account managers to assist with client projects and recruitment processes.
• Support recruitment activities including market mapping, candidate database management, advert writing, search design, and lead generation.
• Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, offering empathetic guidance throughout the recruitment journey.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure continuous follow-up for a seamless candidate and client experience.
• Enhance community engagement by sharing updates and success stories via Impel Connect and social media channels.

Qualifications and Skills

• 0–2 years experience in sales, recruitment, HR, or related fields.
• Confident communicator who enjoys building authentic connections.
• Curious mindset with a strong interest in understanding people’s stories.
• Empathetic and people-centric with genuine care for helping others succeed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized, reliable, and capable of managing time effectively.
• Comfortable using LinkedIn, HubSpot/CRM systems, and AI tools such as ChatGPT or Copilot.
• Creative thinker with an eagerness to discover new ways to connect and share ideas.
• Self-starter able to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Gain

• A paid internship including salary and commission with meaningful impact.
• Hybrid working flexibility balancing remote and office presence.
• Monthly paid charity day promoting social responsibility.
• Career growth opportunities in an inclusive, innovative company culture.
• Mentorship from invested leadership focused on your development.
• A vibrant, authentic team environment prioritizing human values over corporate formality.