Virginia Green
Sales Support Intern
Virginia Green, Richmond, Virginia, us, 23218
About UsVirginia Green is Virginia’s largest locally owned lawn care company, providing customers with services ranging from weed control and fertilization to aeration and seeding. We have multiple locations and more than 300 employees servicing locations throughout the commonwealth. Virginia Green customers expect the best which is why we are looking for people who are ready to do their best work alongside us.
Position SummaryVirginia Green is currently seeking a paid Sales Support intern in Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate is entering their junior or senior year and is a sales, communications, or marketing major/minor. The intern can expect to be involved in selling additional services and generating new customers.
Primary ResponsibilitiesCollect accurate data via incoming calls/emails from potential customers for distribution to inside Sales Representatives in a timely manner.Verify that all data entered is accurate on each estimate and/or sale.Assist in customer retention/lead generation.Linking electronic documents to all leads/sold accounts. Including square footage and special instruction for each account daily.Identify lead opportunities utilizing Real Green (CRM), or any other lead generating source.Alert Production Department of any changes affecting current/upcoming lawn care services.Document changes to account for all leads/current customers pertaining to changes in contact information, changes in service, cancellations etc.Provides exceptional level of customer service and adhere to Virginia Green’s Sales Process.
Required Qualifications / AttributesOutstanding verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently
Education and ExperienceMust be a college student in good standing: Sales, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Communications majors preferred
Minimum Physical RequirementsWalking, standing, bending, reaching, and twistingAbility to use computer keyboard and monitor for extended periodsAbility to lift approximately 15-20 lbs.
*Virginia Green is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or other legally protected status.
Position SummaryVirginia Green is currently seeking a paid Sales Support intern in Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate is entering their junior or senior year and is a sales, communications, or marketing major/minor. The intern can expect to be involved in selling additional services and generating new customers.
Primary ResponsibilitiesCollect accurate data via incoming calls/emails from potential customers for distribution to inside Sales Representatives in a timely manner.Verify that all data entered is accurate on each estimate and/or sale.Assist in customer retention/lead generation.Linking electronic documents to all leads/sold accounts. Including square footage and special instruction for each account daily.Identify lead opportunities utilizing Real Green (CRM), or any other lead generating source.Alert Production Department of any changes affecting current/upcoming lawn care services.Document changes to account for all leads/current customers pertaining to changes in contact information, changes in service, cancellations etc.Provides exceptional level of customer service and adhere to Virginia Green’s Sales Process.
Required Qualifications / AttributesOutstanding verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently
Education and ExperienceMust be a college student in good standing: Sales, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Communications majors preferred
Minimum Physical RequirementsWalking, standing, bending, reaching, and twistingAbility to use computer keyboard and monitor for extended periodsAbility to lift approximately 15-20 lbs.
*Virginia Green is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or other legally protected status.