ClearDefense Pest Control
Paid Summer Sales Internship
Tampa, Florida, US
Role snapshot
ClearDefense Pest Control is hiring a Paid Summer Sales Internship on a internship basis. This is a role based in Tampa, Florida, US.
- Company
- ClearDefense Pest Control
- Location
- Tampa, Florida, US
- Job type
- Internship
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
Who this role suits
Students and recent graduates who want hands-on experience. Internships are usually judged on curiosity, projects and coursework rather than years of work history.
How to prepare your application
- Put one or two projects near the top of your résumé, with a link a recruiter can open in a few seconds.
- Revise core fundamentals for the role; early-career interviews lean heavily on basics and how you reason through a problem.
- Read what ClearDefense Pest Control publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
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About the role
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Employment Type: Paid Summer Internship - Seasonal (May–August)
Housing: Company-Provided Housing Available
About CDPC Sales & Marketing:
CDPC Sales and Marketing (ClearDefense Pest Control) is a national, innovative leader in pest control services and direct sales. With decades of combined experience in management and sales, our leadership team is committed to developing high-performing interns through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world responsibility. Our mission is simple: protect homes, develop people, and build future leaders.
Program Overview:
This paid summer internship is designed for motivated individuals interested in sales, marketing, business, or entrepreneurship. Interns gain real-world, commission-based sales experience while learning proven systems, professional communication, and leadership skills. This program consistently produces top-earning interns and future sales leaders within our organization.
What You’ll Gain:
- Professional, hands-on sales training from top-performing Sales Managers
- Comprehensive onboarding and continuous coaching
- One-on-one mentoring and leadership development
- Team-based, competitive, and supportive culture
- Company-provided housing
- High earning potential with performance-based pay
- Resume-building experience and long-term career growth opportunities
What You'll Do:
- Drive sales growth within an assigned territory
- Learn and apply the full sales cycle, from prospecting to close
- Inspect properties and identify pest control and home-protection needs
- Build new customer relationships and expand existing accounts
- Execute weekly goals in partnership with a Sales Manager
- Participate in daily team meetings and performance check-ins
- Lead sales meetings and contribute to team initiatives
Compensation & Advancement:
- Performance-based pay with high earning potential, 100% commission based
- Top interns earn significantly above the average summer income
- Clear path to future roles including Sales Lead, Sales Manager, and Partnership
- Interns leave with practical sales expertise, confidence, and leadership skills applicable to any career
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for driven, coachable students who bring:
- Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills
- Competitive mindset with a desire to win and improve
- Ability to build trust and relationships with clients
- Strong listening, persuasion, and communication skills
- Adaptability, grit, and resilience in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical thinking and goal-oriented behavior
- GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to work outdoors
- Comfortable with performance-based, commission-driven compensation
- Availability for evenings and weekends