About FirstIgnite\ FirstIgnite builds AI solutions for higher education, empowering universities to connect with industry for research partnerships, student hiring, and philanthropic opportunities. We work with institutions around the world to help bring groundbreaking technologies to market. The Role\ We’re seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Sales Intern based in Europe to join our team on an ongoing basis. In this role, you’ll support our efforts to grow relationships with universities across the EMEA region and assist in building an efficient and scalable outbound sales process.
You'll work closely with our leadership team to identify, engage, and support prospective university clients. Compensation\ €12–€15 per hour, depending on experience. ResponsibilitiesResearch and identify prospective universities and key decision-makers in EMEAAssist with outbound outreach (email, LinkedIn, etc. ) and follow-up communicationsTrack engagement, update CRM records, and maintain accurate contact dataSupport sales call preparation and note-takingContribute to the refinement of outreach strategies based on performance dataQualificationsCurrently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (preferred fields:
Business, Communications, or related)Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English required; other European languages a plus)Highly organized with strong attention to detailComfortable with outreach and professional communicationInterest in startups, B2B sales, or higher education innovationExperience with tools like LinkedIn, HubSpot, or Notion is a plusWhy Join UsWork directly with startup founders and sales leadershipGain meaningful sales experience in a fast-growing tech companyHelp shape the sales process of a company making real-world impactBuild a strong foundation for a career in sales, business development, or account management
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