Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Business Development Intern (Full-Time or Part-Time)

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.

What You’ll Do

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

What You’ll Gain

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

Compensation

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.

Benefits & Perks

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.)

Who We’re Looking For

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

We care most about:

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.