Southwestern Advantage
Sales And Marketing Intern
Gainesville, New York, US
Role snapshot
Southwestern Advantage is hiring a Sales And Marketing Intern on a internship basis. This is an on-site role based in Gainesville, New York, US.
- Company
- Southwestern Advantage
- Location
- Gainesville, New York, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Internship
- 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
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- Read what Southwestern Advantage publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
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About the role
Company Description
For over 150 years, Southwestern Advantage has helped young people develop the skills and character needed to achieve their goals in life. Our sales and leadership program provides university students with opportunities to run a profitable business, gain entrepreneurial skills, soft skills, and network.
Role Description:
This is an onsite role as an Independent Educational Sales Consultant. The Independent Educational Sales Consultant will learn how to run their own business by generating sales leads, identifying, and addressing client needs, preparing and presenting product demonstrations, and closing sales with customers. The Independent Educational Sales Consultant will work closely with families, sales leaders, and fellow consultants.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform product demonstrations through a consultative sales approach.
- Communicate with families from various socio-economic backgrounds.
- Build connections within your sales territory through direct-to-home communications and rapport with customers.
- Sell and market educational materials to families in sales territories.
- Execute the business management tasks of: ordering, inventory, sales, accounting, scheduling, and delivery of product.
What We’re Looking For:
- Positive attitude.
- Goal-oriented.
- Independent and self-motivated.
- Strong work ethic.
- Eager to learn and develop skills.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
- Ability to consistently work in outdoor weather conditions.
What You’ll Gain:
- Opportunity to run a profitable business.
- Over 100 hours of professional sales, leadership, and marketing training.
- Ongoing support from our dedicated leadership team.
- Recognition, rewards, and incentive trips for top performers.
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