Semester Sales Internship - West Virginia University
Required skills
- student
- graduating by Summer 2027
- West Virginia University
- on-campus workshops
- live zoom corporate training
- weekly small group calls
Nice to have
- hard-working
- growth-minded
- high accountability
- competitive spirit
Role summary
Tom James is seeking motivated individuals for a Semester Sales Internship at West Virginia University. This internship focuses on developing real-life sales skills through phone calling, prospecting, and appointment setting. Interns will gain a deep understanding of professional sales, work in a collaborative environment, and have the opportunity to earn a full-time Outside Sales Professional position. The program runs from January 19th to March 12th, requiring 8 hours per week, with a pay rate of $15/hour. Participants must be active students graduating by Summer 2027 and attend mandatory on-campus workshops and live Zoom sessions.
About
Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to your growth and success. We believe that our greatest asset is our people. By being 100% invested in you, we create a supportive environment where you can thrive and capture your full potential.
At Tom James, we serve busy professionals by bringing custom-made clothing right to their office or home, making it super convenient. Our range includes fully personalized wardrobe options, from stylish business attire to comfortable athleisure and casual wear.
Qualities we look for:
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Non-major specific; Hard-working individuals willing to put themselves out of their comfort zone to develop real-life sales skills.
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Growth-minded individuals who thrive in environments of high accountability and embody a competitive spirit.
Why Us?
More than 50% of interns earn a full-time Outside Sales Professional position at Tom James, and yield 30% higher results.
A collaborative real world environment where you will come out of the internship with unparalleled phone calling and prospecting skills that will translate in any sales role.
Internship Responsibilities:
• Book appointments with qualified leads over the phone
• Act as a sales development representative using prospecting tools to enhance selling opportunities.
• Gain in-depth understanding of what it takes to succeed in professional sales.
• Collaborate with local interns and interns nationwide while working alongside top sales mentors
Training and Structure:
• The internship is 8 hours/week (January 19th - March 12th)
• $15/hour
• 2 in-person on-campus workshops during week 2 & 6 of the program hosted by intern leader
• Combination of live zoom corporate training and weekly small group calls with intern leader
