Sales & Business Development Intern (Remote)

GEGI Sales & Business Development Internship

GEGI is an education technology company focused on delivering a modern, flexible, and affordable Student Information System (SIS) for the U.S. post-secondary education market. Our platform supports key institutional functions including Admissions, Financial Aid, Compliance, Academics, and Career Services. We partner with colleges and universities to streamline operations, improve reporting, and enhance the student lifecycle experience.

Program Overview

The GEGI Sales & Business Development Internship is designed for recent college graduates interested in launching a career in SaaS sales, EdTech, or higher education consulting. This program provides hands-on exposure to the full sales lifecyclefrom prospecting and outreach to product demonstrations and client engagementwhile working directly with senior leadership and experienced sales professionals.

What You'll Do

• Research and identify prospective colleges, universities, and training institutions across the U.S.
• Support outbound outreach efforts (email, LinkedIn, event follow-up) to generate sales opportunities
• Assist in preparing and participating in product demos and discovery calls
• Learn how to position GEGI's SIS against competitors in the EdTech market
• Help maintain CRM records, pipeline tracking, and follow-up activities
• Conduct basic market research on trends, competitors, and institutional needs
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to refine messaging and outreach strategies
• Support conference/event preparation and post-event engagement campaigns

What You'll Learn

• SaaS sales fundamentals (pipeline management, qualification, demo flow)
• Higher education landscape (Admissions, Financial Aid, Compliance operations)
• CRM and sales tools (automation, tracking, reporting)
• Consultative selling and needs-based discovery
• How enterprise EdTech deals are sourced, developed, and closed

Qualifications

• Recent college graduate or currently enrolled (Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in sales, business development, or education technology
• Comfortable using tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or CRM systems
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Highly organized with attention to detail

Preferred (Not Required)

• Internship or coursework related to sales, marketing, or business development
• Interest in higher education or EdTech
• Experience with LinkedIn outreach or email campaigns

What We Offer

• Real-world experience in SaaS and EdTech sales
• Direct mentorship from senior sales leadership
• Exposure to live deals, demos, and client strategy
• Flexible remote work environment
• Opportunity for full-time employment based on performance
• Competitive internship stipend

Career Path Opportunity

This internship is designed as a feeder into:

• Sales Development Representative (SDR)
• Account Executive
• Business Development Manager

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a brief statement of interest outlining:

• Why you're interested in sales or EdTech
• Your career goals
• Any relevant experience or coursework