About the role#
This 10-week summer internship provides hands-on experience in business development and the recruiting lifecycle. You will work alongside our local teams to support sales initiatives and talent acquisition. The program includes structured training, mentorship, and a capstone project to present at the end of the term.
What you'll do#
- Conduct outbound prospecting to identify and qualify potential clients.
- Research leads, map markets, and develop target lists for account executives.
- Make sales calls, craft outreach messages, and nurture client relationships.
- Prepare proposals, presentations, and client materials.
- Participate in sales meetings, deal strategy sessions, and pipeline reviews.
- Shadow sales professionals during client calls and visits.
- Track activity metrics and provide weekly progress updates.
- Source and screen candidates using job boards, social media, and databases.
- Conduct initial resume reviews and phone screens.
- Support recruiters with interviews, follow-ups, and candidate communications.
- Assist in writing and posting job descriptions.
- Learn the fundamentals of the recruiting lifecycle, including negotiations and offer processes.
- Participate in learning sessions on sales tactics and professional development.
- Collaborate with peers on group challenges and business simulations.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
- A major, certification, or participation in a campus sales program is preferred.
- Prior experience in customer service, campus leadership, or sales is a plus.
- A strong interest in sales and business development.
- You are competitive, motivated, and comfortable working toward activity goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- You can build rapport quickly and maintain a professional attitude.
- Strong organization, time management, and multi-tasking abilities.
- A willingness to learn, take feedback, and adapt quickly.
Location & details#
- Location: Beaverton, Oregon.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19.23 per hour.
- Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
About Actalent
Actalent provides engineering and science services along with talent solutions. The company supports nearly 30,000 consultants and works with over 4,500 clients across North America, Asia, and Europe. Its expertise covers product and manufacturing, laboratory sciences, and construction management. Actalent is a subsidiary of Allegis Group and maintains its headquarters in Hanover, Maryland.
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