What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Internship Program position at Ashton Woods Homes and Careers?
Overview:
The New Home Sales Internship Program with Ashton Woods is designed to give aspiring sales professionals an in-depth introduction to the new home sales process. Interns will work closely with our experienced sales team, gaining valuable insight into the homebuilding industry, sales strategies, and the customer buying experience. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills in sales, marketing, and business development, and offers potential for future career opportunities with our company.
Responsibilities:
Ashton Woods is more than just a home builder. From the sale of our first home in 1989 to recently being named Builder of the Year by Builder Magazine, our focus has always been on blazing new trails and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in homebuilding. Ashton Woods, the #1 private home builder in the United States, markets its homes through its two award-winning brands, Ashton Woods and Starlight Homes. The Ashton Woods brand is known for designing thoughtfully curated, inspired homes for people who love design. The Starlight Homes brand builds homes specifically for the first-time homebuyer, offering affordable homes with well-executed designs and quality finishes for buyers looking to make the dream of home ownership a reality. The company’s commitment to innovation and continually evolving to meet the needs of the market is a key reason we are one of the most celebrated homebuilders in the nation, winning hundreds of national and local industry awards in product and community design, architecture, merchandising, sales, marketing, and customer service.
The New Home Sales Internship Program with Ashton Woods is designed to give aspiring sales professionals an in-depth introduction to the new home sales process. Interns will work closely with our experienced sales team, gaining valuable insight into the homebuilding industry, sales strategies, and the customer buying experience. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills in sales, marketing, and business development, and offers potential for future career opportunities with our company.
- Assist Sales Team: Support the sales team in daily activities, including engaging with potential buyers and preparing presentations.
- Customer Engagement: Greet and engage prospective homebuyers.
- Sales Presentations: Observe the delivery of sales presentations to prospective buyers, learning how to effectively implement our sales process.
- CRM Management: Observe experienced sales consultants manage customer data in the company’s CRM system. Gain an understanding of following up with customers along with ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on leads, prospects, and sales activities.
- Contract Preparation: Learn about the documentation and legal aspects of the home sales process.
- Event Planning & Coordination: Help coordinate community events, grand openings, and promotional activities designed to attract potential homebuyers.
- Training & Development: Participate in sales training sessions to deepen understanding of our product offerings, the sales process and sales techniques.
- Pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field (Junior or Senior year preferred). Must be currently enrolled or recently graduated.
- Strong interest in real estate, home sales, or construction industry
- Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Previous sales or customer service experience is a plus, but not required