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Sales Interns

CompanyCareer Directions Limited (CDL)
LocationNairobi
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the sourcing and development of new B2B leads while engaging with prospective clients to set up meetings. They will also participate in market activations and assist the team in the overall sales process.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
127
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
CDL is a proactive Human Resource Management consultancy firm specializing in Strategic Labour Force Outsourcing, Recruitment, Training, Payroll Processing and Total Human Resource Management. Since 2003, we have been a one-stop shop for all HR related queries and support in and around East Africa. We champion best practice in Human Resource while going the extra mile to proactively address workers needs in order to achieve optimum productivity & profitability. Our Mission To support and contribute to our partners success while improving the lives'​ of the community. Our Vision To be a partner of choice in providing quality manpower outsourcing solutions. Our Core Values 1.Professionalism: Conducting our business in the most professional way 2.Respect: Giving due respect to self and others and maintain the environment of teamwork and growth. 3.Passion: To be passionate in all we do. 4.Integrity: To act with honesty and integrity without compromising the truth.
About the Role
Job title: Sales Interns
Number of Positions: 2
Location: Nairobi

We’re looking for confident, enthusiastic and driven Sales Interns to join our team.

This is an opportunity for someone looking to gain practical experience in B2B sales, client engagement and business development. You’ll be involved in finding potential clients, starting conversations and supporting the team in turning opportunities into business.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support the sourcing and development of new B2B leads and opportunities.
• Reach out to prospective clients and help set up meetings.
• Participate in activations and Market Storms to generate leads and engage potential customers.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective clients.
• Follow up on leads and opportunities and support the sales process.

Requirements

What we’re looking for:
• A recent graduate or final-year student from an accredited university in Kenya.
• Confident and professional with good communication skills.
• Comfortable speaking to new people and engaging potential clients.
• Energetic, proactive and willing to get out into the market.
• A genuine interest in sales, business development and working with corporates.
• Self-driven, persistent and eager to learn.

What you’ll get:
• Practical, hands-on experience in B2B sales and business development.
• Exposure to corporate clients and professional selling.
• A monthly stipend for the duration of the internship.

Key Skills
B2B salesClient engagementBusiness developmentLead generationCommunication skillsRelationship buildingMarket researchProfessionalism
Categories
SalesManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Monthly stipendPractical hands-on experienceExposure to corporate clients