Sales Support Specialist

OverviewCompany Overview:Advance your career in security with Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, the global leader in security and threat mitigation. Following the acquisition of MSA Security® in 2021, we became the world's largest non-governmental canine detection company. Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles such as canine officers, handlers, trainers, veterinary technicians, and kennel managers.Job DescriptionPosition onsite at our New York City OfficePosition is 11 weeks- ( June 1st- August 14th )Our canine group, under Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, is hiring a Sales Specialist .The Sales Specialist will support our growing business development efforts during Summer 2026. This is a unique, hands-on opportunity for an emerging professional to work directly alongside sales directors and senior executives at one of the world's most respected security companies.The Specialist will play a central role in supporting lead qualification following a new content syndication marketing campaign launching. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who is outgoing, comfortable on the phone, thrives in a fast-paced B2B environment, and is eager to contribute to real revenue-generating activity from day one.This role offers meaningful exposure to enterprise sales cycles, high-end security services, and executive-level collaboration, and for the right candidate, opportunities may exist to continue with the organization beyond the internship.ResponsibilitiesManage and qualify inbound leads generated by an active content syndication campaign, conducting professional outreach via phone and email to assess prospect needs and buying intentExecute follow-up cadences to keep warm leads engaged and moving through the pipeline while they are assessed for readiness to advanceConduct discovery calls with prospective clients to identify security challenges, timelines, and decision-making processesDocument all lead interactions, activity notes, and qualification data in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system with accuracy and consistencyHand-off sales-qualified leads to senior sales professionals with clear, concise briefings to facilitate a smooth transitionCollaborate with sales directors and executives to align lead qualification criteria, messaging, and campaign performanceAssist in tracking and reporting on lead volume, conversion rates, and campaign effectiveness on a weekly basisSupport ad-hoc sales and marketing projects as needed, including research and prospectingQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentBasic/intermediate experience with Microsoft Office suite of applicationsAbility to take initiative and drive projects to completion; skilled in setting and achieving goalsStrong project management, interpersonal, communication, teaming, organizational and technology skillsPreferred QualificationsFamiliarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce)College degree or enrollment in a University and expected to graduate with their a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or relatedBenefitsMedical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance401(k) plan, Eligible for our company's retirement plansPaid time off offered at an accrual rate of 4.923 hours bi-weeklyEight paid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…Pay $20.00 per hourClosingAllied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.comIf you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.Requisition ID2026-1588258