Intern - Sales at Hearst Magazines in New York, NY

Summary: Hearst Magazines is one of the world’s largest publishers of monthly magazines, and they are seeking a Sales Intern to gain foundational skills in media sales. The intern will shadow the advertising sales team, assist with administrative tasks, and conduct research on prospective clients and industry trends. Responsibilities: - Shadow the advertising sales team to learn day-to-day account management and sales operations - Observe the development of proposals, pitch decks, and media plans - Attend internal meetings and, when appropriate, client and agency calls to understand the sales lifecycle - Assist with administrative tasks including organizing materials, updating trackers, and maintaining files - Help compile and organize campaign performance reports for team review - Conduct research on prospective clients, industry trends, and competitive activity - Support ad hoc projects to keep the team organized and on schedule Required Qualifications: - Strong communication skills, including professional email etiquette - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable with deadlines - Interest in fashion, luxury, retail, and the advertising/media industry - Ability to research brands, trends, and competitors effectively - Comfortable using Excel or Google Sheets to organize and summarize information - Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information - Eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and proactive in asking questions - Collaborative mindset with the ability to communicate clearly across teams Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with Salesforce, CRM systems, or data dashboards is a plus Important Skills: Interest in advertising/media, Research skills, Excel, Google Sheets Nice-to-Have Skills: Salesforce