Sales Associate Intern  

Key Responsibilities

1. Market Research & Lead Generation

• Research and identify local businesses, organizations, and institutions that may require translation and interpreting services, including law firms, hospitals, government agencies, and corporations.
• Identify key decision-makers such as Localization Managers, HR Directors, Legal Operations Managers, and Procurement Officers.
• Gather and maintain accurate contact information for prospective clients.
• Monitor government procurement portals and public-sector job boards for translation and interpreting contract opportunities, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

2. Competitor & Market Insights

• Conduct research on competing translation and interpreting agencies, including their language offerings, service portfolios, and pricing models.
• Analyze market trends and identify industries with growing demand for language services.
• Provide insights on emerging language needs and business opportunities within target markets.

3. Sales Operations & CRM Support

• Maintain and update CRM records with accurate client information, industry classifications, and language requirements.
• Support lead management by organizing, categorizing, and tagging incoming inquiries based on service type and language needs.
• Assist with client re-engagement initiatives by contacting inactive clients to identify potential upcoming projects and service requirements.
• Ensure sales data is accurate, organized, and up-to-date.

4. Sales Collateral & Professional Development

• Shadow senior sales representatives during discovery calls and client meetings.
• Learn how translation and interpreting projects are quoted, scoped, and managed throughout the sales cycle.
• Assist in preparing sales materials, presentations, and outreach campaigns.
• Gain practical exposure to business development strategies within the language services industry.
• Willing to be assigned in Ortigas, Pasig City
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00PM

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, International Relations, Languages, or a related field.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Interest in sales, business development, market research, or the language services industry.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in B2B sales and lead generation.
• Exposure to the translation and interpreting industry.
• Training on CRM systems and sales processes.
• Mentorship from experienced sales professionals.
• Opportunity to develop research, communication, and business development skills.