Sales Intern Jobs in California

Sales Intern jobs in California concentrate in technology, software, fintech, and consumer goods, with the state representing one of the most active markets in the country for early-career sales talent at every level from college junior to recent graduate. The largest share of openings cluster in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Salesforce, Google, and Oracle have deep, sustained hiring programs for sales interns. The most in-demand specialties are SaaS sales development, enterprise account support, and retail technology partnerships. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles67
Top employerLotus Sales
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring37
Work type65% Hybrid
Top industryHospitality

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Intern - Sales Strategy and Operations
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Intern - Sales Strategy and Operations
Micron Technology
San Jose, California
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
10,000+

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Client Experience & Sales Intern - Summer 2027
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Client Experience & Sales Intern - Summer 2027
IMA Financial Group
Pasadena, California
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
$18 - $22/hr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Commercial Real Estate Sales Intern
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Commercial Real Estate Sales Intern
Kirklen Investment Group
Irvine, California
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
On-Site

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Spring 2027 - Intern, Football Sales
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Spring 2027 - Intern, Football Sales
Excel Sports Management
West Hollywood, California
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree

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2027 Sales & Brokerage Intern - Summer (Greater Los Angeles, CA)
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2027 Sales & Brokerage Intern - Summer (Greater Los Angeles, CA)
CBRE
Los Angeles, California
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
$17 - $19/hr
10,000+

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Sales Intern Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
7 jobs
Irvine
6 jobs
Santa Clara
6 jobs
San Diego
5 jobs
Los Angeles
4 jobs
San Jose
3 jobs
Fresno
2 jobs
Ashland
2 jobs
Roseville
2 jobs

Sales Intern Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Lotus Sales12
  • Marcus & Millichap8
  • Buckle7
  • Intel Corporation4
  • CBRE3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Technology & Software

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales intern jobs across California.

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's degree program
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills demonstrated in coursework or prior work
  • Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot
  • Ability to work onsite or hybrid at a California office location
  • Prior customer-facing experience in retail, hospitality, or campus leadership preferred
  • Comfort with outbound prospecting activities including cold outreach and pipeline research

Sales Intern Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales intern in California?

Most sales intern roles in California require current enrollment in or recent completion of a bachelor's degree, typically in business, marketing, communications, or a related field. California does not require a state license for general sales internships, but roles in regulated industries such as real estate or insurance do require a California Department of Real Estate license or a California Department of Insurance producer license. Candidates who complete coursework in sales strategy, negotiation, or CRM platforms are consistently preferred by California hiring managers.

Which companies hire sales interns in California?

Employers hiring sales interns in California right now include Lotus Sales, Marcus & Millichap, and Buckle, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters and high-growth startups means demand for sales interns remains strong year-round, particularly in the Bay Area and Los Angeles.

Which California cities have the most sales intern jobs?

The cities with the most sales intern openings in California are San Francisco, Irvine, and Santa Clara. San Francisco leads because of its dense concentration of SaaS and enterprise software companies, Los Angeles draws volume from media, consumer tech, and retail brands, and San Diego supports strong openings through its biotech, defense technology, and cybersecurity sectors where inside sales and business development interns are consistently recruited.

Are there remote sales intern jobs in California?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical fields since most sales internships include team shadowing, in-person client interaction, or office-based training. About 80% of sales intern openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles most common in SaaS sales development and business development research functions that rely on phone and video outreach rather than in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a sales intern in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to structured summer internship programs at California-headquartered technology and software companies, which regularly recruit candidates with no prior sales experience and provide training from day one. Companies such as Salesforce, Oracle, and Adobe run well-established early-talent programs designed for students and recent graduates. Campus leadership, student organization roles, or part-time retail and customer service work in California are the lateral experiences most likely to open the door, and completing a Salesforce certification or HubSpot sales training course gives candidates a measurable edge in applications.

Where can I find and apply to sales intern jobs in California?

You can find and apply to sales intern jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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