SkillBridge - Sales & Business Development- BufferSprings id-6722

April 17, 2025

Sales and Business Development Intern (DoD SkillBridge Opportunity)

Remote (Work from home) | 3 to 6 Months | Military Transition Internship

About BufferSprings

BufferSprings is a veteran-owned company built to end underemployment in the military-connected community. We don’t check boxes. We build programs that work.

Through partnerships with some of the nation’s top employers, we help bridge the gap between military talent and civilian careers by designing smart strategies, building real pipelines, and driving outcomes that matter.

This SkillBridge opportunity is built for transitioning service members who want to build real-world business skills in sales, strategy, and employer engagement while helping other veterans succeed in the process.

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About the Internship

As a Sales and Business Development Intern, you will get hands-on experience working directly with BufferSprings leadership and our network of military-effective employers. You will support outreach efforts, help shape sales strategies, and build connections that support both our mission and your career after service.

This is a remote internship through the DoD SkillBridge program. It is designed to build skills, confidence, and real-world experience that translates to full-time success.

What You Will Do

Understand Employer Needs

Participate in conversations with companies to identify hiring challenges and business goals
Learn how to align military talent with real workforce needs
Support development of strategic solutions for veteran hiring

Build and Execute Sales Strategies

Learn how to generate leads and identify decision-makers
Contribute to outreach campaigns, messaging, and client targeting
Use market insights to help shape sales approaches

Engage with Employers and Partners

Support relationship-building with HR and talent teams
Represent BufferSprings in meetings and follow-up communications
Help showcase how our services create results

Grow Our Ecosystem

Connect with veteran organizations, transition offices, and military installations
Expand our network of partners, referrals, and allies
Support outreach to key community stakeholders

Use CRM and Track Outreach

Manage contacts and follow-ups through our CRM
Learn how to build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
Keep data organized to support smart decisions

Learn Negotiation and Closing Skills

Observe and support the creation of proposals
Learn how to address objections and close win-win partnerships
Gain insights into real business conversations and outcomes

What You Bring

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Motivation to grow, learn, and take initiative
A desire to serve and advocate for fellow veterans
Curiosity and the ability to think strategically
Confidence to engage with professionals at all levels

If you’re serious about building a future in business development, workforce strategy, or veteran advocacy, this is your chance to learn by doing with a team that is changing how America hires veterans.

RequirementsEligibility for the DoD SkillBridge Sales and Business Development Internship

This opportunity is open to all qualified transitioning active-duty service members from any branch, rank, or specialty. We welcome both enlisted and officers, especially those with experience in military recruiting, public affairs, training, or leadership roles.

To participate, you must:

Be currently serving on active duty in the U.S. military
Have at least 90 days of active service remaining prior to your approved separation date
Be approved or in the approval process for participation in the DoD SkillBridge program by your unit or command

Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication skills and the confidence to speak with professionals at all levels
Comfortable initiating conversations, including outreach to new contacts
Organized, accountable, and able to manage your time effectively
Motivated to work independently and take ownership of your results
Committed to learning and contributing to a mission-driven team

Benefits

Why SkillBridge with BufferSprings

When you SkillBridge with BufferSprings, you're not just gaining experience. You're joining a mission-driven team that’s committed to building your future while changing the game for the entire military-connected community.

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