Job Description:
Join the sales team that will catapult your sales career this summer:
Vertex Inc, is the trusted leader in Tax technology, delivering the best tax solutions to the businesses across the globe. As our Summer Sales Intern, you will have direct market impact, gaining hands-on experience in the world of Tax Automation Software from June 8th to August 28th, 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic prospecting initiatives.
Participate in real-life sales scenarios.
Work directly with seasoned sales professionals and participate in their training sessions.
Master CRM tools as you track customer interactions and sales progress.
Contribute to team meetings with insights and innovative ideas.
What We Offer:
A hands-on, 12-week internship where you will meet bi-monthly with local Sr. sales leadership.
A vibrant, team-oriented environment where your voice is heard.
Opportunities to network with industry professionals and build lasting relationships.
Real-life immersion and real-time feedback as you build on the skills learned in the Sales Center.
Exposure to various sales methodologies and the latest market trends.
Who We’re Looking For:
Sales DNA - energy and ambition to engage.
Someone who can leverage the remote model to differentiate their work ethic and drive
Excellent communicators who aren't afraid of both phone and face-to-face interactions.
Problem solvers who take on challenges.
Students currently enrolled in TCU’s Sales Center program, business, marketing, or a similar field.
Other Qualifications
The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.
Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback.
Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’t spend hours when minutes are enough.
Work with Purpose - Exhibit a “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personal objectives for team results.
Drive to Decision - Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to and accountability for customer outcomes.
Own the Outcome - Defined milestones, commitments and intended results. Assess your work in context, if you’re unsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.
COMMENTS:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.
Pay Transparency Statement:
Base pay offered to new hires may vary based upon factors including relevant industry and job-related skills and experience, geographic location, and business needs.* The range displayed does not encompass the full potential of the role, which allows for further growth and career progression.
In addition, as a part of our total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Vertex Bonus Plan (VOB), a role-specific sales commission/bonus, and/or equity grants.
Learn more about Life at Vertex and connect with your recruiter for more details regarding Vertex's compensation and benefit programs.
*In no case will your pay fall below applicable local minimum wage requirements.