2027 College Development Program - Sales in Austin, TX

About the role

Convergint is looking for full‑time, enthusiastic, results‑driven and forward‑thinking sales colleagues to join its amazing culture. As part of the College Development Program, you will receive a six‑month training program that provides the knowledge, tools and resources to succeed, including networking opportunities and fine‑tuning of Convergint knowledge before entering the marketplace to sell. You will prospect and cultivate new relationships, gain an understanding of clients’ needs while securing sales opportunities, and work on a team delivering world‑class service for customers. As a sales colleague you are part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

With over 20‑years of proven growth and exceptional performance, Convergint’s mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. The company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs that drive an unmatched culture, making it the #1 global, service‑based systems integrator in the industry. Convergint takes great pride in protecting the lives and assets of customers and their communities with the solutions it provides.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with existing customers and prospects to cultivate and identify new opportunities.
• Collaborate with premier partners in vertical markets and industries such as transportation, global/enterprise accounts, utilities, financial/banking, healthcare, datacenters, federal, state and local governments, and K‑12 & higher education.
• Develop business opportunities, conduct needs assessment (customer site assessments) and write proposals for system installation and service opportunities.
• Develop market awareness through networking, presentations, event attendance and industry associations.
• Partner with operations personnel to execute growth, development, sales and marketing of all solutions.
• Translate a variety of customer needs / requirements into detailed proposals and project implementation plans to meet customer requirements.

Requirements

• Education: College degree, trade school or equivalent experience.
• Preferred Experience (but not required): 1‑3 years sales or equivalent.

Skills

• Strong affinity for problem solving.
• Desire to learn, understand, and apply solutions to customer challenges.
• Ability to build customer confidence and cultivate business relationships.
• Proactively source sales & service opportunities.
• Ability to adapt to business changes with the ability to influence others.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Technical acumen, or the affinity to learn and stay on top of evolving technology trends.

Benefits

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid parental leave