Sales Development Representative Intern – Nashville

About the role

Spend your summer learning all the ins and outs of a sales team! After your training, you will be partnered with a mentor within our Sales team. You will spend the summer learning both the logistics industry and the full process of becoming a rock star sales rep! We foster a passionate, driven sales force in the 3PL space, the fastest growing segment within transportation. Our reps stop at nothing to close business, offer solutions and solve problems for our clients’ diverse shipping needs.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build a pipeline of new business opportunities through outbound phone calls
• Lead discovery conversations to understand customer needs and position Echo’s logistics solutions
• Deliver demos, navigate objections, negotiate pricing, and close new business
• Manage opportunities through the sales funnel and maintain strong pipeline discipline
• Set customers up for success through clear expectations and a smooth handoff after close
• Use Echo’s sales tools and technology along with AI tools to drive efficiency and results

What We're Looking For

• Passion for Logistics: A keen interest and willingness to learn and try new things
• Possess a can-do attitude and believes anything is possible with the right focus
• Be organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support the team in various ways

What You'll Gain

• Hands-On Experience: Work on impactful opportunities related to our clients and company
• Career Development: Enhance your skills and build a strong work ethic
• Network Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and attend company events

Requirements

• Must be able to start May 24th, 2027 and complete the entire 10 week program
• Currently enrolled at a university as a rising senior, with at least one semester remaining after completion of internship
• Able to work in our Nashville office 4 days and hybrid 1 day a week
• No major or GPA requirements

Benefits

For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers.