Sale Development Intern - Summer

Who we are

Guardian Sports is a family‑owned sports safety equipment company that has rapidly scaled through intentional partnerships with the most elite leagues in sports. Our products—including Guardian Cap, PEARL lacrosse balls, LOOP headgear, FLEX chinstraps, and bio‑based turf Infill—are trusted by professional and collegiate teams across the NFL, NCAA, CFL, and Premier Lacrosse League.

We protect over 550,000 athletes annually by combining 20+ years of material science expertise with a relentless commitment to innovation. As a rapidly scaling organization, we maintain the agility of a family business while competing at the highest levels of professional sports.

We’re looking for a Sales Development Intern who wants to contribute to our mission of making sports safer while learning from world‑class operators in the sporting goods industry. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment where your work directly impacts athlete safety on the field.

We’re seeking a motivated Sales Development Intern to join our sales team for Summer 2025. This role offers hands‑on experience in B2B and B2C sales within the sports safety industry, with a focus on outreach and prospecting to youth and high‑school football programs nationwide. You’ll play a key role in expanding our market reach by identifying opportunities and scheduling qualified meetings for our Regional Managers.

At Guardian Sports, you will join our mission to improve athlete performance and safety through equipment innovation.

• Conduct outbound prospecting to youth and high‑school football programs through phone, email, and social media outreach
• Research and identify potential customers including athletic directors, coaches, and program administrators
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings between prospects and Regional Managers to discuss Guardian Cap and LOOP protective equipment solutions
• Maintain accurate records of all prospecting activities and interactions in Hub Spot CRM
• Help maintain and clean CRM data in Hub Spot, including updating contact information, removing duplicates, and ensuring data accuracy
• Collaborate with Regional Managers to understand customer needs and refine outreach messaging
• Support the development of prospecting campaigns and outreach templates
• Track and report on key metrics including outreach volume, response rates, and meetings scheduled

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (rising junior or senior preferred)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self‑motivated with ability to work independently and meet daily/weekly activity goals
• Comfortable with high‑volume outreach and phone‑based communication
• Interest in sports, particularly football, and passion for athlete safety
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and ability to learn CRM software (Hub Spot experience a plus)
• Organized with strong attention to detail and follow‑through
• Previous sales, customer service, or outreach experience is a plus but not required
• Schedule:
  
  Onsite M‑F, 9:00‑5:00 PM ET
• Dates:
  May 27, 2026 – August 7, 2026