Business Development Intern
Business Development Summer Intern
Location: Ontario, CA
Type: Internship (Full-Time & Part-Time, Summer)
Key Responsibilities
Field Outreach & Prospecting
- Identify and visit potential locations (warehouses, offices, commercial spaces)
- Conduct structured, planned outreach to generate new leads
- Introduce Joy Vending’s service in a clear and professional manner
Relationship Building
- Engage with site managers, office admins, and decision-makers
- Understand site needs and position our service as a solution
- Follow up consistently to maintain and build interest
Opportunity Development
- Support the process of converting interest into confirmed partnerships
- Coordinate site revisits and walkthroughs with the team
- Help move deals forward from first contact to agreement
Market Feedback
- Provide insights on what prospects are looking for
- Share feedback from the field to help refine our offering and strategy、
What We’re Looking For
Communication Skills
- Comfortable speaking with new people in person
- Able to explain ideas clearly and confidently
Proactiveness
- You don’t wait for instructions—you take initiative
- Willing to go out, explore, and create opportunities
Resilience
- Not every conversation leads to a “yes”—you stay positive and keep going
Execution
- You follow through on outreach, visits, and follow-ups
Curiosity
- Interested in how businesses operate and how partnerships are built
What You’ll Get
- This role reports directly to founder / CEO
- Hands-on experience in business development and field sales
- Direct exposure to working with a fast-growing startup
- Internship certificate upon completion
- Letter of recommendation based on performance
- Opportunity for future full-time roles as the company grows
- $ 17 / hour with potential performance bonus
Why Join Joy Vending
Joy Vending is one of the pioneers in building a smart retail network in the United States, redefining the traditional vending industry through technology and data-driven operations. Based in Southern California, we are among the fastest-growing vending companies in the region, rapidly expanding our network across warehouses, offices, and commercial spaces.
By integrating AI-powered systems, real-time data analytics, and customized product selection, we deliver a modern, convenient retail experience for consumers while helping our partners enhance workplace amenities.
This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business development, sales, and real-world operations—and to directly contribute to the company’s growth.