Sales & Business Development Intern; Energy Digital Marketing & Media + Al

Pay

$2,500 per month + Performance-Based Incentives (Contract 1099)

Houston, TX (Hybrid / Flexible)

We are seeking an entrepreneurial, energetic, creative, and highly motivated Sales & Business Development Intern to help drive new business opportunities for Allstream Energy Partners.

This is primarily an origination and sales-focused role. The ideal candidate enjoys networking, meeting new people, creating content, generating ideas, and opening doors to new client relationships.

You will work closely with our Marketing and Growth teams to identify opportunities, develop relationships, generate leads, and bring innovative ideas that help expand Allstream’s presence across the Energy, Oil & Gas, Industrial, Data Center, and Technology sectors.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Oil & Gas, Energy, Industrial, Data Center, and Technology sectors.
• Build relationships with marketing leaders, executives, business owners, and industry decision-makers.
• Attend networking events, conferences, trade shows, industry gatherings, and client meetings.
• Conduct outreach through Linked In, email, phone calls, and industry connections.
• Generate qualified leads and help build the sales pipeline.
• Schedule discovery meetings and introductions for the leadership team.
• Support proposal development and client presentations.
• Help expand Allstream’s visibility and market presence throughout the energy industry.

• Participate in content creation initiatives that support brand awareness and lead generation.
• Assist with podcast development, guest outreach, and interview coordination.
• Create and appear in social media content when appropriate.
• Capture and create short-form content from events and industry activities.
• Support development of video interviews, reels, industry highlights, and thought leadership content.
• Help identify content opportunities that can generate new business relationships.

• Work closely with internal marketing and growth teams to transition opportunities into active projects.
• Collaborate on campaign ideas and business development initiatives.
• Provide market intelligence, customer feedback, and industry insights.
• Help ensure a smooth handoff from sales origination to project execution.
• Contribute creative ideas to improve client acquisition and engagement strategies.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable networking and meeting new people.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong organizational and follow‑up skills.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Interest in Energy, Oil & Gas, Industrial Markets, Data Centers, AI, and Emerging Technologies.

• Experience creating social media content.
• Vlogging experience.
• Podcasting experience.
• Video production or editing experience.
• Experience creating Instagram Reels, Linked In videos, Tik Tok content, or You Tube Shorts.
• Familiarity with Linked In prospecting and outreach.
• Sales, recruiting, business development, or marketing experience.
• Experience attending industry events or conferences.
• Journalism, communications, public relations, or media background.

Base Compensation

• $2,500 Monthly Base

Performance Incentives

• $250 Bonus on Press Releases
• $500 Bonus on Promotional Deals
• $1,200 Bonus on Monthly Retainer Sales
• $2,000 Bonus on Premium AI Retainer Sales

• Real-world business development and sales experience.
• Exposure to Energy, Oil & Gas, Data Centers, AI, and Emerging Technologies.
• Direct access to industry executives and decision-makers.
• Experience working with digital marketing, media, podcasts, and content creation.
• Hands‑on mentorship from experienced sales and marketing professionals.
• Opportunity to help shape the growth of a rapidly expanding energy-focused media and marketing company.
• Potential pathway to a long-term sales, business development, or growth role.

• Flexible Schedule
• Professional Development Assistance
• Hybrid Remote Work Environment
• Networking Opportunities with Industry Leaders
• Exposure to Podcasts, Media, AI, and Digital Marketing