DOD SkillBridge Sales Development Representative Intern

Job Description

DOD SkillBridge Sales Development Representative Intern

The DOD SkillBridge program is a unique opportunity designed for active duty service members to gain valuable civilian work experience. This is achieved through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of military service, connecting service members with industry partners for real-world job experiences.

For this position, you must be SkillBridge approved through your Command to participate in this 120-day internship.

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About Cvent: Our Culture and Impact

Cvent is a leading provider of meetings, events, and hospitality technology, boasting over 5,000 employees and 24,000 customers worldwide, including 60% of the Fortune 500. Founded in 1999, Cvent delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform for marketers and event professionals, and offers software solutions to hotels, special event venues, and destinations to help them grow their group/MICE and corporate travel business. Our technology brings millions of people together at events globally, actively transforming the meetings and events industry through innovative technology that powers human connection.

Cvent’s strength lies in its people, fostering a culture where everyone is encouraged to think like entrepreneurs, taking risks and making decisions confidently. We value diverse perspectives, celebrate differences, and work collaboratively to build strong connections.

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AI at Cvent: Leading the Future

Are you ready to shape the future of work at the intersection of human expertise and AI innovation? At Cvent, we are committed to continuous learning and adaptation—AI isn’t just a tool for us; it’s part of our DNA. We are seeking candidates eager to evolve alongside technology. If you love to experiment boldly, share your discoveries, and help define best practices for AI-augmented work, you’ll thrive here. Our team values professionals who thoughtfully integrate AI into their daily work, delivering exceptional results while relying on the human judgment and creativity that drive real innovation.

Throughout our interview process, you’ll have the chance to demonstrate how you use AI to learn, iterate, and amplify your impact. If you’re excited to be part of a team that’s leading the way in AI-powered collaboration, we encourage you to apply.

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The Internship Opportunity

Upon completion of the DOD SkillBridge Internship, the intern will have gained a realistic preview of the role of a Sales Development Representative (SDR) through job shadowing, mentorship from senior leaders, and hands-on learning.

This position will report to the Sales Development organization and require partnering with all levels of Marketing and Sales, with the ultimate goal of setting up qualified meetings for the sales team to ensure a steady pipeline of new business opportunities.

We are looking for Sales Development Representatives who are ready to gain top-notch business, sales, and customer relationship experience. This is a significant opportunity to build a career at a company that’s transforming its industry. After four-weeks of elite-level sales training, you’ll join a diverse team of high-performing sales professionals. Your primary responsibility will be to establish initial points of contact with prospective and/or current customers. We have openings across multiple product lines. The ideal candidate should be highly ambitious with excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a challenging, fun work environment. We’re seeking someone who wants to have a direct impact on the growth of our company. As a Sales Development Representative, you’ll have the chance to help us increase our market share and expand our existing client base.

This program will be a 120-day internship, totaling four months or 16 weeks, during which the Intern will be trained on the core competencies and responsibilities of a Sales Development Representative at Cvent.

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Upon successful completion of the program, Interns will have a good understanding of:

• Product Knowledge:
• In-depth understanding of Cvent’s products or services, how they work, and their value propositions.
• Ability to explain product features and benefits effectively to potential customers.
• Sales Techniques:
• Familiarity with different sales skills, including qualification and objection handling.
• Understanding of lead generation, prospecting, and multi-channel outreach techniques (phone, email, social media).
• CRM Software Proficiency:
• Hands-on experience with CRM, Sales Engagement, and Sales Prospecting technologies.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact and provide product information to prospective customers.
• Lead identification and qualification.
• Partner with Senior Sales Team to achieve new business quotas.
• Attend industry events to meet with prospective customers.
• Drive traffic to Cvent seminars and online demonstrations.
• Provide feedback for product enhancements.

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Requirements:

• U.S. Military experience as an E4 or above (Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force).
• Command approval to participate in this internship.
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED required.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong sense of initiative and personal leadership.
• Ability to work within a team to achieve goals.
• Strong business acumen, ethics, and high integrity.
• Excel at developing relationships over the phone.
• Ability to handle high outbound call volume (50-60 calls/day) with correspondingly high talk time.
• Must be articulate, organized, detail-oriented, and have the ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.

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Specific Military Service / Rating / Job Titles Accepted:

• ARMY: 79R Recruiter, 27D Paralegal Specialist, 42A Human Resources Specialist, 42B Human Resources Officer.
• NAVY: Navy Counselor Recruiter (NCR), Legalman (LN), Personnel Specialist (PS), and Yeomen (YN).
• MARINES: 8411 Recruiter, 8412 Career Recruiter, 0100 Basic Personnel and Administration Marine, 0121 Personnel Clerk, 0143 Career Retention Specialist, 4400 Basic Legal Services Marine, 4421 Legal Services Specialist.
• AIRFORCE: 8R000 Enlisted Accessions Recruiter, 83R0 Air Force Recruiting Service, 3F0X1 Personnel Specialist, 5J0X1 Paralegal.
• COASTGUARD: Talent Acquisition (TA), CG-123 Office of Civilian Human Resources Operations, CG-LGL10 Legal.
• SPACE FORCE: Intelligence Analyst, Acquisitions Officer, Knowledge Management.

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Start Date: This role will start in March 2025.