Sales Associate Pool

Position: Sales Associate Candidate Pool (Entry Level/Early Career)

Reports to: TBD

Department: International Exchange Programs (BridgeUSA)

Location: U.S. Remote

Who We Are

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multicultural world.

BridgeUSA is one of CIEE’s signature divisions, connecting international students and young professionals with meaningful cultural exchange opportunities across the United States. Through these experiences, participants build global friendships, gain valuable professional skills, and deepen cross-cultural understanding, strengthening the people-to-people connections at the heart of international exchange.

Why work with us:

• You will change the world. CIEE builds bridges between people, countries, and cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study-abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives; our alumni change the world. Be part of the change!
• You will be part of a fast-paced, international, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study abroad locations, with facilities and staff in over 30 countries. Additionally, we help international participants from over 140 countries come to the USA each year. Committed to excellence and solving whatever problem the world throws at them, CIEE professionals work on international teams and are dedicated to advancing our over 75-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place.

CIEE maintains a candidate pool to support staffing needs throughout the year. Opportunities may be available across multiple teams as business needs arise. By joining the sales associate candidate pool, your information will be reviewed for upcoming full-time positions that align with your skills and experience.

The Sales Associate role within the BridgeUSA International Sales team is designed for recent college graduates and emerging professionals who are eager to build a career in sales. This position is ideal for someone competitive, motivated by achieving results, and driven to meet and exceed ambitious targets.

We Welcome Applicants From Many Backgrounds Who Are Motivated To Learn And Grow. Many Successful Candidates Have Experience Participating In Activities That Involve Teamwork, Leadership, And Goal Setting, Such As

• Athletic teams (high school, college, club, or community leagues)
• Student organizations or campus clubs
• Academic teams, debate teams, or leadership programs
• Entrepreneurial or business clubs

These experiences often build transferable skills like drive, collaboration, accountability, persistence, and strong communication - skills that are essential for effective relationship-building and success in sales roles.

As a Sales Associate, you will learn the fundamentals of sales outreach, relationship building, and program promotion while supporting the growth of the BridgeUSA programs.

Responsibilities May Include

• Connect with prospective host organizations, partners, and community contacts to introduce BridgeUSA programs
• Support outreach campaigns through phone, email, and virtual sales meetings
• Build relationships with employers and community partners across the U.S. with the goal of driving sales
• Collaborate with experienced team members to identify new partnership opportunities that would result in sales
• Track outreach activities and engagement using internal systems
• Participate in training sessions focused on…