Sales Executive Intern – On-Ground Promotions & Sales

Job Summary

Join Pentad Education as a Sales Executive Intern – On-Ground Promotions & Sales and be at the forefront of our mission to promote Sukruthi – our Kannada learning kit and the SkillSprout MI Test to children across Bangalore. This dynamic, field-based internship is perfect for energetic individuals who thrive on engaging conversations, relationship-building, and hands-on sales. You will be responsible for on-ground sales, live product demonstrations, and representing our brand at a variety of educational and community venues.

Responsibilities

• Travel within and around HSR Layout, Bangalore, to promote and sell Sukruthi Kits and SkillSprout MI Test.
• Visit pre-schools, playgroups, activity centres, apartments, and mall kiosks to build relationships and expand outreach.
• Identify new sales leads and creatively pitch product offerings to parents, teachers, and decision-makers.
• Conduct live demos, explain product benefits, and address customer queries at events and exhibitions.
• Set up stalls, organize events, and participate in local fairs for product promotion.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and follow-ups.
• Provide daily progress updates to the core team and contribute innovative ideas to optimize outreach strategies.

Qualifications

• Open to college students, fresh graduates, and gap year explorers.
• Minimum educational qualification: Ongoing or completed undergraduate degree (any discipline).
• Highly motivated and self-driven with a passion for face-to-face communication and field sales.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Kannada is a significant advantage.
• Strong negotiation, sales management, and selling skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Passionate about education, early childhood learning, and community engagement.
• Comfortable with extensive field travel and approaching new people.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Kannada language.
• Prior experience in sales, retail, or customer-facing roles.
• Ability to own and operate a two-wheeler for field travel.
• Knowledge of selling techniques, sales strategy, and retail selling.
• Interest or background in edtech or early childhood education.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in sales, retail selling, or customer engagement preferred.
• Experience in on-ground promotions, lead generation, or event management is a plus.

Environment

• Location: HSR Layout, Bengaluru; field-based role requiring regular travel within the city.
• Work involves visiting schools, community centres, residential complexes, and malls.
• Fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment with direct access to the founding team.
• Not a desk job; requires mobility, adaptability, and proactive communication.

Salary

• Annual CTC: ₹120,000 – ₹180,000 (Stipend for internship duration).
• Travel allowance and performance-based incentives provided.

Benefits

• Travel allowance for work-related commutes.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Certificate of Internship and Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
• Opportunity for a full-time position for top performers.
• Direct mentorship from the founding team and exposure to startup culture.

Growth Opportunities

• Potential for full-time employment based on performance.
• Opportunity to work closely with the founding team and gain hands-on experience in building and scaling a start-up.
• Exposure to the edtech industry and early childhood education sector.
• Development of core sales, marketing, and entrepreneurial skills.