Business Development Sales Specialist - Education Partnerships

Year Up United is seeking a Sales Specialist for our Training Program Internship within the Education & Training industry. In this role, you'll support partnership development, lead generation, and outreach to employers who can host and hire Year Up talent. Working closely with senior staff, you'll research prospects, prepare presentations, and track engagement in CRM tools. You'll gain hands-on experience in consultative sales, social-impact partnership building, and data-informed decision-making, all within an inclusive, mission-first culture focused on economic mobility for diverse young adults.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach to prospective and existing employer partners to promote internship opportunities
• Assist with qualifying leads, scheduling meetings, and following up with employer contacts
• Help prepare and deliver basic presentations, talking points, and outreach materials for employer meetings
• Maintain accurate records of employers, contacts, and activities in the CRM and other tracking tools
• Collaborate with program managers to understand internship needs and help align candidates with roles
• Assist in coordinating employer events, information sessions, and virtual or on-site visits
• Gather and document feedback from employers and participants to improve internship experiences
• Practice professional written and verbal communication with internal staff, employers, and students
• Track progress toward outreach, placement, and engagement goals under staff guidance
• Participate in training, coaching, and continuous learning activities to build sales and professional skills

Required Skills

• Basic sales and outreach techniques
• Customer relationship management (CRM) software usage
• Lead qualification and pipeline tracking
• Professional written and verbal communication
• Presentation preparation and delivery support
• Data entry and record-keeping accuracy
• Time management and task prioritization
• Microsoft Office or Google Workspace proficiency
• Event coordination support
• Basic analytics and reporting (e.g., tracking outreach and outcomes)
• Collaborative teamwork in a mission-driven environment
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and processes