About the role#
Great River Learning is hiring for a Sales Internship during the summer of 2027. This part-time position offers hands-on experience in professional sales, focusing on author recruitment and product development. You will work directly with account managers and company leadership to learn the outreach process and build skills in a mentor-driven environment.
What you'll do#
- Research college professors and course materials to identify business potential.
- Manage outreach through emails and phone calls to schedule introductory meetings.
- Track interactions and follow up with authors using CRM tools.
- Support active sales conversations that contribute to new product development.
- Complete a final project and presentation by the end of the term.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a sophomore, junior, or senior at a four-year college or university.
- Interest in sales, influence, and building consultative relationships.
- Ability to work on-site in Dubuque, Iowa throughout the summer.
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to your work.
- A positive outlook and a sense of ownership over your tasks.
- Majors in business administration, marketing, communications, or related fields are welcome.
Location & details#
- Location: Dubuque, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: 17.00 per hour.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Great River Learning
Great River Learning publishes higher education textbooks and digital course materials. The company operates out of Dubuque, Iowa. It maintains a team of approximately 60 employees. The firm focuses on instructional design and custom publishing solutions for college faculty.
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