Sales & Marketing Intern

Job Title: Local Sales & Marketing Intern Company: LocaliQ Location: Detroit, MI LocaliQ, a leading digital marketing agency, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Local Sales Intern to join our dynamic sales team in Detroit. This 10‑week internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in sales, marketing, and customer relationship management within a fast‑paced and innovative environment. Responsibilities Assist the Sales Team : Support the sales team in daily activities, including prospecting, lead generation, and client follow‑ups. Market Research : Conduct market research to identify potential clients and understand market trends. Client Interaction : Participate in client meetings, presentations, and calls to gain insights into client needs and sales processes. Sales Support : Help prepare sales materials, proposals, and presentations for potential clients. Data Management : Maintain and update customer databases and CRM systems with accurate and timely information. Event Participation : Assist in organizing and attending local events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote LocaliQ's services. Reporting : Generate and analyze sales reports to track performance and identify areas for improvement. Qualifications Education : Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal Skills : Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships. Organizational Skills : Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Tech‑Savvy : Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with CRM software. Motivation : Self‑motivated, proactive, and eager to learn. Team Player : Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Hands‑On Experience : Gain practical experience in sales and marketing within a leading digital marketing agency. Professional Development : Opportunities for mentorship, training, and career growth. Networking : Build a professional network with industry experts and potential clients. Flexible Schedule : Accommodating work schedule to balance internship with academic commitments. Compensation : Competitive internship stipend. The hourly rate for this role is $18.00 an hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable. USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individual's application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at View email address on click.appcast.io . Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission. #J-18808-Ljbffr LocaliQ