Paid Summer Sales Internship

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Knoxville, TN, USA
In-Office
Internship
Professional Services
The Role
Paid summer sales interns prospect and close pest-control service sales, inspect properties, build customer relationships, meet territory goals, participate in team meetings, and develop leadership skills through training and mentorship. The seasonal role is commission-based, includes company-provided housing, and requires outdoor work, evening and weekend availability, and strong communication skills.
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Description

Employment Type: Paid Summer Internship - Seasonal (May–August)

Housing: Company-Provided Housing Available

About CDPC Sales & Marketing:

CDPC Sales and Marketing (ClearDefense Pest Control) is a national, innovative leader in pest control services and direct sales. With decades of combined experience in management and sales, our leadership team is committed to developing high-performing interns through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world responsibility. Our mission is simple: protect homes, develop people, and build future leaders.

Program Overview:

This paid summer internship is designed for motivated individuals interested in sales, marketing, business, or entrepreneurship. Interns gain real-world, commission-based sales experience while learning proven systems, professional communication, and leadership skills. This program consistently produces top-earning interns and future sales leaders within our organization.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Professional, hands-on sales training from top-performing Sales Managers
  • Comprehensive onboarding and continuous coaching
  • One-on-one mentoring and leadership development
  • Team-based, competitive, and supportive culture
  • Company-provided housing
  • High earning potential with performance-based pay
  • Resume-building experience and long-term career growth opportunities

What You'll Do:

  • Drive sales growth within an assigned territory
  • Learn and apply the full sales cycle, from prospecting to close
  • Inspect properties and identify pest control and home-protection needs
  • Build new customer relationships and expand existing accounts
  • Execute weekly goals in partnership with a Sales Manager
  • Participate in daily team meetings and performance check-ins
  • Lead sales meetings and contribute to team initiatives

Compensation & Advancement:

  • Performance-based pay with high earning potential, 100% commission based
  • Top interns earn significantly above the average summer income
  • Clear path to future roles including Sales Lead, Sales Manager, and Partnership
  • Interns leave with practical sales expertise, confidence, and leadership skills applicable to any career

Ideal Candidate Profile:

We are looking for driven, coachable students who bring:

  • Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills
  • Competitive mindset with a desire to win and improve
  • Ability to build trust and relationships with clients
  • Strong listening, persuasion, and communication skills
  • Adaptability, grit, and resilience in a fast-paced environment
  • Analytical thinking and goal-oriented behavior
  • GPA of 2.0 or higher

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability to work outdoors
  • Comfortable with performance-based, commission-driven compensation
  • Availability for evenings and weekends

Skills Required

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability to work outdoors
  • Comfortable with performance-based, commission-driven compensation
  • Availability for evenings and weekends
  • GPA of 2.0 or higher
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to build trust and relationships with clients
  • Adaptability, grit, and resilience
  • Analytical thinking and goal-oriented behavior
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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, NC
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

ClearDefense Pest Control specializes in residential and commercial pest management, offering safe, effective, and environmentally responsible solutions for various pests including termites, bed bugs, and rodents.

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