Pest Control Sales Internship Trainee

Position: Pest Control Sales Internship Trainee

Type: Internship (Spring and Summer Seasons)

Job Classification: Contractor/1099

Location: St. George, UT

Estimated Seasonal Earnings: $7,500 - $10,500 per month ($33,000-$47,000/summer)

Now Hiring!  Current college students and graduates are welcomed to apply!

Who are we at RIDD?

RIDD is built to develop people through practical, experiential learning . For years, w e’ve helped motivated college students gain the skills and confidence needed to build successful careers in the Home Services and Sales industry . This internship is designed to complement an academic program by providing structured, real-world experience that reinforces classroom learning through hands-on application. It is ideal for students seeking meaningful professional development, even if they are early in their career journey.

As a RIDD Sales and Management intern, you will work closely with experienced professionals in the pest control industry and gain exposure to proven business systems , customer engagement practices, and performance-driven operations. Interns receive guided mentorship, ongoing feedback, and clearly defined responsibilities, ensuring the experience supports learning objectives appropriate for college credit.

With consistent effort and a growth-oriented mindset, interns can leave the program with measurable outcomes, practical experience, and a strong foundation for future career opportunities — all within a single summer.

Why Join RIDD?

Our company culture is anchored in three core values: collaboration, transparency, and career development.

1) Collaboration: Our award-winning sales team includes multiple professionals nationally recognized as top performers within the pest control industry.

2) Transparency: Integrity guides everything we do . We are clear and upfront about training, expectations, performance, and compensation — ensuring employees are always informed and aligned.

3) Personal Growth: Growth opportunities are merit-based, and never influenced by favoritism . Team members who consistently perform and develop are given the opportunity to participate in long-term ownership and shared success.

There's something special about our culture that you have to experience yourself in order to know the RIDD Difference!

Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:

As a Pest Control Sales Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in direct, door-to-door customer engagement . Interns actively work in residential neighborhoods, meeting homeowners face-to-face at their doorstep to introduce professionally delivered pest control solutions . This internship emphasizes real-world communication by requiring interns to initiate conversations, assess household needs in real time, and clearly explain how pest control services address common residential challenges. All customer interactions occur in a door-to-door, in-person sales environment.

This internship develops practical skills in interpersonal communication, persuasion, and professional presence . Interns learn how to build rapport quickly, communicate value with clarity and confidence, and establish trust within short, high-impact door-to-door interactions . Through repeated practice and guided feedback, interns gain experience turning initial conversations with unfamiliar homeowners into long-term customer relationships.

RIDD provides a structured, educational internship framework . Interns receive comprehensive field-based sales training, direct mentorship from experienced professionals, and a leadership development curriculum that combines classroom-style instruction, digital learning resources, and supervised real-world application . 

Key Responsibilities:

• Commit to traveling to, and working, in one of our 8 locations around the US (Rental Bonus covers housing.)

• Conduct door-to-door canvassing to enroll homeowner clients in our high-quality pest control services.

• Learn how to conduct entry-level sales interviews, hire new employees, help us train novice sales talent.

• Work around homeowners' schedules, focusing on afternoon and evening availability to maximize engagement.

• Commit to a seasonal summer work schedule from April through September (or a similar time frame).

• Complete applicable pre-field trainings and participate in daily training meetings throughout the regular season.

Who We’re Looking For:

• No sales experience? No problem! While a background in sales is a plus, we provide comprehensive training to set you up for success.

• Perfect for College students and grads looking for Business, Management, Marketing, and Sales experience in the field .

• Prepared to travel to, and live, in-market at one of our 8 locations nationwide (housing costs subsidized through performance-based bonuses)

• Must be resilient and adaptable, able to handle regular rejection while maintaining a professional, positive attitude.

• Full-time availability required (9-hour shifts) from April through September for the summer sales season .

• Strong communication skills are a must; bilingual candidates are a plus!

• Willingness to learn, follow scripts, and complete sales training to improve performance.

• Thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Compensation:

• Approximated seasonal/summer earnings: $7,500 - $10,500 (includes advances, commissions, housing bonuses, car stipends, performance bonuses, and profit-sharing).

• Additional structured incentives for high performers like paid-for international travel trips and custom swag.

• Clear path to rapid promotion and post-internship Management Trainee positions.

• Hands-on training and mentorship from industry-leading professionals and ability earn college credit (depending on College) .

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process based on qualifications, experience, interview performance, and alignment with role expectations.