CPT Sales Business Development Jobs
Sales Business Development CPT jobs let F-1 students apply coursework in market strategy, client acquisition, and revenue pipeline management to real employer needs. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect directly to your degree program, a business, marketing, or related field typically satisfies this requirement.
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Are you driven by sales success and eager to work with cutting-edge software? Sikka.ai is revolutionizing the dental industry with our Self-Driving Practice platform—an advanced, data-driven automation solution that optimizes practice workflows, boosts patient retention, and maximizes practice ROI.
We are seeking an ambitious, high-energy Business Development Representative (BDR) to expand our market presence. In this role, you will be the tip of the spear—engaging dental practice owners, office managers, and DSOs to demonstrate how automated intelligence and real-time KPI insights can transform their business operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Outbound Lead Generation: Execute targeted multi-channel outreach strategy, with a strong focus on high-volume cold calling and personalized email sequencing.
- Product Demonstrations: Conduct high-impact software demos to highlight key features, platform ROI, and seamless Practice Management System (PMS) integrations.
- Pipeline & CRM Management: Maintain rigorous CRM hygiene, tracking all interactions, leads, and deal stages accurately.
- Objection Handling: Confidently navigate practice pain points—such as staff burnout, schedule gaps, and patient drop-off—positioning Sikka as the essential solution.
- Pipeline Growth: Partner closely with Sales Executives to transition qualified opportunities and accelerate the sales cycle.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Sales or Dental Background: Prior experience in outbound cold calling OR hands-on experience working in a dental office (e.g., Office Manager, Treatment Coordinator) is highly preferred.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly over the phone.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable navigating CRM tools, modern sales technology, and explaining software solutions in straightforward terms.
- Grit & Goal-Oriented: Self-motivated with a track record of meeting or exceeding activity targets and quota metrics.
Note: While prior dental or cold calling experience is preferred, it is not required. If you have strong business acumen, high energy, and a desire to learn, we encourage you to apply!
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Product: Sell a premier platform backed by industry-leading data integration across top Practice Management Systems.
- Growth Potential: Clear career advancement pathways into Account Executive and leadership roles.
- Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus an uncapped commission structure rewarding high performance.
- Comprehensive Training: Extensive onboarding covering dental industry dynamics, software workflows, and modern sales strategies.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Location:
- San Jose, CA 95134 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- San Jose, CA 95134 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Jose, CA 95134: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
About the Role
Are you driven by sales success and eager to work with cutting-edge software? Sikka.ai is revolutionizing the dental industry with our Self-Driving Practice platform—an advanced, data-driven automation solution that optimizes practice workflows, boosts patient retention, and maximizes practice ROI.
We are seeking an ambitious, high-energy Business Development Representative (BDR) to expand our market presence. In this role, you will be the tip of the spear—engaging dental practice owners, office managers, and DSOs to demonstrate how automated intelligence and real-time KPI insights can transform their business operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Outbound Lead Generation: Execute targeted multi-channel outreach strategy, with a strong focus on high-volume cold calling and personalized email sequencing.
- Product Demonstrations: Conduct high-impact software demos to highlight key features, platform ROI, and seamless Practice Management System (PMS) integrations.
- Pipeline & CRM Management: Maintain rigorous CRM hygiene, tracking all interactions, leads, and deal stages accurately.
- Objection Handling: Confidently navigate practice pain points—such as staff burnout, schedule gaps, and patient drop-off—positioning Sikka as the essential solution.
- Pipeline Growth: Partner closely with Sales Executives to transition qualified opportunities and accelerate the sales cycle.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Sales or Dental Background: Prior experience in outbound cold calling OR hands-on experience working in a dental office (e.g., Office Manager, Treatment Coordinator) is highly preferred.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly over the phone.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable navigating CRM tools, modern sales technology, and explaining software solutions in straightforward terms.
- Grit & Goal-Oriented: Self-motivated with a track record of meeting or exceeding activity targets and quota metrics.
Note: While prior dental or cold calling experience is preferred, it is not required. If you have strong business acumen, high energy, and a desire to learn, we encourage you to apply!
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Product: Sell a premier platform backed by industry-leading data integration across top Practice Management Systems.
- Growth Potential: Clear career advancement pathways into Account Executive and leadership roles.
- Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus an uncapped commission structure rewarding high performance.
- Comprehensive Training: Extensive onboarding covering dental industry dynamics, software workflows, and modern sales strategies.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Location:
- San Jose, CA 95134 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- San Jose, CA 95134 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Jose, CA 95134: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsSales Business Development CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales Business Development internship qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the role directly integrates with your degree program's curriculum and your school authorizes it before you start. The job must be listed in your program's cooperative education or internship requirement, your DSO will verify this. A Sales Business Development role tied to a marketing, business, or management degree typically satisfies this standard, but approval depends on your specific program and school policy.
Can I work on CPT in a commission-only Sales Business Development role?
It depends on your school's CPT policy. Some schools require a base salary component to confirm the employment relationship is consistent and curricular. Commission-only arrangements can make it harder to document a regular work schedule, which some DSOs require. Confirm your school's compensation requirements before accepting an offer structured primarily around variable pay.
How do I find Sales Business Development employers who are comfortable hiring F-1 CPT students?
Migrate Mate lets you search Sales Business Development roles filtered by employers with documented work authorization history, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated F-1 onboarding. Targeting employers enrolled in E-Verify also signals they have an established I-9 process and are familiar with work authorization documentation requirements.
Does full-time CPT in a Sales Business Development role affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT exhausts your OPT eligibility entirely, including the post-completion OPT period. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not affect OPT. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, track your cumulative full-time CPT hours carefully and discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before accepting a full-time CPT offer.
What job titles count as Sales Business Development for CPT purposes?
CPT authorization is tied to your degree's curricular requirements, not a specific job title. Roles like Business Development Representative, Sales Development Representative, Account Executive, Market Development Associate, and Strategic Partnerships Coordinator can all qualify if your DSO confirms the responsibilities align with your program's learning outcomes. Review the O*NET occupation profile for your target role to identify the competencies your degree program should formally address.