Business Development Intern
Full Time • Hoods Unlimited - Woodstock Office
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
Business Development Intern (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Hoods Unlimited and American Fire Shield are growing rapidly and looking for motivated, driven Business Development Interns to join our inside sales team.
This internship offers real-world experience in sales, business development, and commercial services, working directly with decision-makers across the restaurant and hospitality industries.
As a Business Development Intern, you’ll help generate new business opportunities for commercial kitchen exhaust hood cleaning and kitchen fire suppression services — essential, compliance-driven services required for restaurants, hospitals, schools, senior living communities, hotels, and other commercial kitchens.
This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how a professional sales process works, from prospecting and outreach to qualifying opportunities and supporting deal closures.
If you enjoy talking with people, learning about business, and want exposure to a fast-paced sales environment, this is a great opportunity to build practical experience.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with outbound outreach to commercial kitchens (restaurants, hospitals, schools, hotels, senior living communities, etc.)
- Research and identify potential new customers
- Qualify leads and identify decision-makers
- Introduce company services and help generate interest
- Support the sales team with follow-ups and lead tracking
- Update prospect information in the CRM system
- Learn sales scripts, communication strategies, and objection handling
- Assist in building and managing a pipeline of potential customers
- Gain exposure to the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing
What You’ll Gain
This internship is designed to provide real business experience, including:
- Training on professional sales processes
- Experience using CRM and sales tools
- Exposure to commercial B2B sales
- Communication and negotiation skill development
- Insight into operations of a growing service company
- Mentorship from experienced sales and business leaders
Compensation
Hourly Pay: $16–$18 per hour
Optional performance-based bonuses may be available for helping generate qualified opportunities that convert into customers.
Flexible part-time or full-time schedules available.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible scheduling for students
- Real-world sales and business experience
- Mentorship and coaching from leadership
- Potential opportunity for full-time employment after graduation
- Supportive and collaborative office environment
(This is primarily an in-office position, though flexibility may be available depending on schedule and performance.)
Who We’re Looking For
No prior sales experience required — we will train the right candidate.
Ideal candidates may be studying:
- Business
- Marketing
- Sales
- Entrepreneurship
- Communications
- Hospitality or Restaurant Management
We care most about:
- Strong communication skills
- Confidence speaking with people
- Coachability and willingness to learn
- Motivation and work ethic
- Reliability and professionalism
- Interest in business and sales
No dental, health or life insurance coverage is available.
Compensation: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
About Hoods Unlimited
At Hoods Unlimited, we are a leading provider of commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning services, committed to delivering top-notch service to our clients across various industries. With a focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, we help restaurants and businesses maintain clean, compliant, and efficient kitchen environments.
As an organization, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic workplace where employees are valued, empowered to grow, and encouraged to innovate. We believe that a strong team is the backbone of our success, which is why we invest in our people through training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement. Whether you're on the operations, sales, or administrative team, you’ll play a crucial role in driving our mission forward.
Join us and be part of a company that’s not just about getting the job done—it’s about doing it right.
Apply here.
