Business Development Intern

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Hoods Unlimited and American Fire Shield are growing rapidly and looking for motivated, driven Business Development Interns to join our inside sales team.

This internship offers real-world experience in sales, business development, and commercial services
, working directly with decision-makers across the restaurant and hospitality industries.

As a Business Development Intern, you’ll help generate new business opportunities for commercial kitchen exhaust hood cleaning and kitchen fire suppression services — essential, compliance-driven services required for restaurants, hospitals, schools, senior living communities, hotels, and other commercial kitchens.

This is a hands‑on opportunity to learn how a professional sales process works, from prospecting and outreach to qualifying opportunities and supporting deal closures
.

If you enjoy talking with people, learning about business, and want exposure to a fast‑paced sales environment, this is a great opportunity to build practical experience.

• Assist with outbound outreach to commercial kitchens (restaurants, hospitals, schools, hotels, senior living communities, etc.)
• Research and identify potential new customers
• Qualify leads and identify decision‑makers
• Introduce company services and help generate interest
• Support the sales team with follow‑ups and lead tracking
• Update prospect information in the CRM system
• Learn sales scripts, communication strategies, and objection handling
• Assist in building and managing a pipeline of potential customers
• Gain exposure to the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing

This internship is designed to provide real business experience
, including:

• Training on professional sales processes
• Experience using CRM and sales tools
• Exposure to commercial B2B sales
• Communication and negotiation skill development
• Insight into operations of a growing service company
• Mentorship from experienced sales and business leaders

Hourly Pay: $16–$18 per hour

Optional performance‑based bonuses may be available for helping generate qualified opportunities that convert into customers.

Flexible part‑time or full‑time schedules available
.

• Flexible scheduling for students
• Real‑world sales and business experience
• Mentorship and coaching from leadership
• Potential opportunity for full‑time employment after graduation
• Supportive and collaborative office environment

(This is primarily an in‑office position
, though flexibility may be available depending on schedule and performance.)

No prior sales experience required — we will train the right candidate.

Ideal candidates may be studying:

• Business
• Marketing
• Sales
• Entrepreneurship
• Communications
• Hospitality or Restaurant Management

• Strong communication skills
• Confidence speaking with people
• Coachability and willingness to learn
• Motivation and work ethic
• Reliability and professionalism
• Interest in business and sales

No dental, health or life insurance coverage is available.