Summer 2026 Sales Internship (Paid Housing)

Paid Internship | Housing Available | Leadership Opportunities | Summer 2026

About the Opportunity

Looking for a summer experience that challenges you and accelerates your growth? Grit x Forge Marketing’s Summer Sales Internship offers college students hands‑on experience in sales, leadership, and business development. As a Sales Representative, you’ll work with a team selling residential pest‑control services in selected U.S. markets. This performance‑based internship is designed to help you develop communication, work ethic, resilience, and leadership skills in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Performance‑based earning opportunity: Commission‑based compensation with bonuses available. Earnings vary by individual performance.
• Housing arranged by us: Fully furnished summer housing secured and organized by our team.
• Sales & leadership training: Ongoing mentorship and structured training throughout the summer.
• Professional development: Experience in marketing, lead generation, and closing sales.
• Incentive programs: Eligibility for performance‑based bonuses and team competitions.

What You’ll Learn

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Goal setting and performance tracking
• Sales fundamentals and negotiation techniques
• Time management and self‑discipline
• Leadership fundamentals for high performers

Who We’re Looking For

• Competitive and goal‑oriented college students or recent graduates
• Interested in sales, entrepreneurship, or leadership
• Willing to work outdoors and engage directly with customers
• Coachable and open to feedback
• Willing to relocate for the summer if selected

Where Top Performers Go After This Role

Many former reps have gone on to pursue careers in:

• Medical device sales
• SaaS and tech sales
• Commercial and enterprise sales
• Real estate and real estate investing
• Financial services and wealth management
• Investment banking and private equity
• Corporate finance and consulting
• Entrepreneurship and startup ventures
• Management and leadership roles within our organization
• Graduate programs (MBA, law, finance, etc.)

Skills Developed

Communication, resilience, negotiation, work ethic, leadership, and emotional intelligence translate directly into competitive, high‑performance career paths across industries. This role accelerates professional growth and expands long‑term opportunities.

Temporary Relocation

Temporary relocation will likely be required for placement. While you may apply to a specific market, placement in that location is not guaranteed and will depend on business needs and availability.

About Grit x Forge Marketing

Grit x Forge Marketing is a door‑to‑door sales organization operating in multiple U.S. markets. We provide structured sales internships designed to help young professionals develop real‑world business experience.

Internship Details

• Duration: 3–4 months (May–August 2026)
• Compensation: 100% commission‑based + performance bonuses
• Locations: Indianapolis, Northern Indiana, Tacoma, West Texas, Detroit, Cleveland, Portland, Eugene, Atlanta, Baton Rouge/Lafayette, New Jersey, Denver, Columbus, Kansas City, Grand Rapids, Buffalo, Philadelphia, Salt Lake City, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Louisville, Orlando, Cincinnati, Nashville, Tampa, and Seattle.
• Housing: Fully furnished housing arranged by Forge
• Training: Virtual onboarding + in‑person summer training

Head to our website to view case studies on past reps: