Sales Internship

Sales Internship

Full transparency: We work a little differently around here.

This isn’t the kind of internship where you fade into the background. At 45Drives, we come to work every day because we believe people deserve to earn a living in a meaningful way—and to make an impact with what they contribute. Too many people work without purpose or joy, and we think that’s just wrong. We spend a third of our lives working; why wouldn’t we build workplaces where people want to be in the morning and feel good when they leave?

At 45Drives, your ideas don’t just matter—they shape where we’re going.
We thrive on collaboration, transparency, and innovation. Every voice is heard, valued, and capable of creating real change.

Learn more about how we work differently:
👉 https://workdifferently.info/

Who We Are

45Drives is transforming data storage with cutting-edge, open-source, high-performance storage servers used around the world. We make data infrastructure more accessible, more transparent, and more cost-effective for organizations of all sizes.
🔗 www.45drives.com

We share roots—and a headquarters—with our Canadian sister company, Protocase, but this role is fully focused on the 45Drives business, our customers, and our growth strategy.

Together, we’re building something unique: a workplace fueled by creativity, purpose, and a true sense of team. And now we’re bringing that energy to the U.S.—and we’d love you to be part of it.

What Makes This Internship Extra Special?

We’re not just offering an escape from bureaucracy and a seriously awesome culture in downtown Wilmington—we’re offering something most internships simply can’t:

🎒 An All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

During the first 1–2 weeks of your internship, you’ll travel to our Canadian headquarters to:

Tour our fast-paced operations

Meet the teams who built 45Drives from the ground up

See what “working differently” truly looks like

Explore the Cabot Trail and beautiful Cape Breton Island

It’s hands-on, immersive, and unforgettable.

Internship Duration

4 Months (May–September; flexible around school requirements)

Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Start Date: May 12th, 2026 (estimated)

End Date: August 22nd, 2026 (estimated)

Internship Goals & Objectives

Support 45Drives’ business development efforts through research and analysis

Identify dormant or declining accounts and assess reactivation potential

Analyze industry and territorial trends to uncover new business opportunities

Provide data-driven insights to refine sales strategies

Gain hands-on experience in market research, client engagement, and B2B discovery

Contribute directly to company growth by supporting account managers with insights and reports

What You’ll Do

Research dormant or declining accounts and prepare reactivation-ready reports for account managers

Analyze industry and geographic trends to identify growth opportunities

Support business development, prospecting, outreach, and meeting coordination

Maintain and update CRM records with research findings and interactions

Prepare presentations and strategic reports for leadership and account managers

Work closely with the sales and account management teams to refine customer engagement

Use tools like Excel, CRM software, and research databases to interpret data

Expected Work Schedule

You’ll choose one of the following standard workday blocks:

10 AM – 6 PM

11 AM – 7 PM

12 PM – 8 PM

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina (Downtown)

Employment Type

Full-Time Internship (Paid)

Anticipated Start Date

May 12th, 2026 (estimate — immediately following graduation)

Type

In-Office (with an all-expenses-paid trip to our Canadian Headquarters)

Compensation
The Sales Internship offers a base wage of $19 USD per hour, along with the opportunity to earn performance-based incentives. Incentives are connected to learning milestones, activity, and contribution to sales outcomes, giving interns exposure to how performance-driven compensation works while still providing a stable foundation.

About You

You’re curious, driven, and excited to learn how sales, business development, and customer engagement work in the world of open-source enterprise storage. You love digging into data, researching answers, and finding patterns in information. Most importantly, you’re motivated by purpose—and by being part of a team that works differently.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Available to Interns:

🏋️‍♂️ Wellness – Access to gym memberships and wellness initiatives

🎓 Training & Growth – Skill-building, mentorship, and leadership opportunities

🎉 Social Events – Team activities, fun events, and celebrations

🏅 Recognition – A culture of acknowledging great work and great people

🛍️ Community Discounts – Perks at local shops and restaurants

🌄 Common Sense Lifestyle – A close-knit, people-first culture—Cape Breton values, U.S. edition

💵 Compensation – Pay reflects your experience, with opportunities tied to your impact

Available if You Join Us Full-Time:

🩺 Health & Retirement – Medical, dental, life insurance, and employer-matched 401K

🏖️ Vacation – Two weeks to start, increasing with tenure

Ready to Work Differently?

We’re building something special at 45Drives—and we’re excited to share it with you.
Come discover what happens when purpose meets possibility.