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Launch Your Sales Career with a Clear Path to Outside Sales and Leadership
Position Details
- Location: Onsite, Richmond, VA (Overbrook Rd)
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Compensation: $55,000 base salary
- Benefits: Full Benefits Package Included
Learn about the day in the life of a Rental Management Trainee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYXEuZC5Kjo
About This Opportunity
Do you love the energy of sales and want a real path to grow your career? The Ryder Rental Sales Trainee role (part of our Rental Management Trainee program) is an 18 to 24 month accelerated career development experience built to develop the next generation of Ryder sales and rental leaders.
This program is fast-paced and touches every aspect of the business unit. You’ll receive hands-on training across Sales and Marketing, Operations, Finance and Human Resources, giving you the full toolkit to step into an outside sales role with confidence.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is genuinely excited about a career in sales. Recent college graduates are welcome to apply, and candidates who have some sales experience and know what a day in the life of sales looks like, including cold calling, will stand out.
Why This Role in Richmond
- A clear next step: This role is the launch point to Ryder’s Rental Account Manager (outside sales) position, the primary path to rental leadership
- Real sales experience from day one: Handle inbound sales, make outbound prospecting calls and generate leads right from the rental counter
- Learn from a pro: Work side by side with a tenured rental counter rep with 8+ years at Ryder who will mentor and train you
- A strong local market: Based at our Overbrook Rd location, with two other Richmond area locations all within 10 minutes
What You’ll Experience
Over 18 to 24 months, you’ll build expertise across every core area of the business:
- Sales and Marketing – Drive revenue through inbound sales, outbound solicitation and lead generation for rental, lease and used vehicle sales
- Operations – Manage rental assets, vehicle PM standards, and day-to-day location performance
- Finance – Understand the P&L drivers behind a high-performing rental operation
- Human Resources – Learn how to build, develop, and lead a team
- Customer Relationship Management – Resolve customer concerns and grow a loyal customer base
- Compliance & Regulatory – Ensure alignment with company, local, state, and federal requirements
Why Ryder?
Ryder isn’t just a great place to grow your career. It’s a company that has been recognized time and again for excellence, integrity and its commitment to people:
- One of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America – Newsweek
- America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes
- World’s Most Admired Companies – Fortune Magazine
- Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation – Women in Trucking
- Overdrive Award – General Motors
- Food Logistics’ Top 3PL Award – SDC EXEC
- Reader’s Choice Excellence Awards – Inbound Logistics
- Top Women to Watch in Transportation
- Supplier Environmental Excellence Award – Verizon
We’re also committed to a greener future. Ryder operates the largest electric vehicle (EV) fleet footprint in the United States.
Hear directly from the people who work here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usBbl6L1V6
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b24PFgxvVS0
Essential Functions
- Handle the sales process for inbound calls as well as outbound solicitation
- Maintain current and accurate data within the company’s marketing database
- Responsible for generating rental, lease, and used vehicle sales leads
- Manage all rental asset processes to include Vehicle PM and cleanliness standards
- Meet overall Ryder market share by successfully executing sales and marketing initiatives
- Maintain compliance with company, local, state, federal, and other regulatory agencies
- Reconcile all customer concerns, issues, and disputes to maintain ongoing relationships and grow the current customer base
Additional Responsibilities
- On a voluntary basis as well as based on scheduling, the Rental Management Trainee will be required to perform the role of On-Call Representative based on work schedules as determined by Supervisor
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
- Comfortable with cold calling, prospecting and building a pipeline
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- High energy, self-motivated, self-directed person who is able to focus on multiple projects and activities simultaneously and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Detail oriented with strong follow-up practices
- Possess a high degree of common sense and the aptitude to learn quickly
- Ability to relocate in the region/US at the conclusion of the training program
- Must be computer literate – intermediate required
- Reliable transportation to support coverage between Richmond area locations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required – Business Administration or similar related degree
- Prior sales experience (inside sales, outside sales or cold calling) strongly preferred
- One (1) year or more of customer service with issue resolution experience preferred
- Must be computer literate – intermediate required
Travel: None
DOT Regulated: No
Job Category: Operations and Support
Our Culture & Commitment
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
$55,000
Maximum Pay Range:
$55,000
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
Job Description
Launch Your Sales Career with a Clear Path to Outside Sales and Leadership
Position Details
- Location: Onsite, Richmond, VA (Overbrook Rd)
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Compensation: $55,000 base salary
- Benefits: Full Benefits Package Included
Learn about the day in the life of a Rental Management Trainee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYXEuZC5Kjo
About This Opportunity
Do you love the energy of sales and want a real path to grow your career? The Ryder Rental Sales Trainee role (part of our Rental Management Trainee program) is an 18 to 24 month accelerated career development experience built to develop the next generation of Ryder sales and rental leaders.
This program is fast-paced and touches every aspect of the business unit. You’ll receive hands-on training across Sales and Marketing, Operations, Finance and Human Resources, giving you the full toolkit to step into an outside sales role with confidence.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is genuinely excited about a career in sales. Recent college graduates are welcome to apply, and candidates who have some sales experience and know what a day in the life of sales looks like, including cold calling, will stand out.
Why This Role in Richmond
- A clear next step: This role is the launch point to Ryder’s Rental Account Manager (outside sales) position, the primary path to rental leadership
- Real sales experience from day one: Handle inbound sales, make outbound prospecting calls and generate leads right from the rental counter
- Learn from a pro: Work side by side with a tenured rental counter rep with 8+ years at Ryder who will mentor and train you
- A strong local market: Based at our Overbrook Rd location, with two other Richmond area locations all within 10 minutes
What You’ll Experience
Over 18 to 24 months, you’ll build expertise across every core area of the business:
- Sales and Marketing – Drive revenue through inbound sales, outbound solicitation and lead generation for rental, lease and used vehicle sales
- Operations – Manage rental assets, vehicle PM standards, and day-to-day location performance
- Finance – Understand the P&L drivers behind a high-performing rental operation
- Human Resources – Learn how to build, develop, and lead a team
- Customer Relationship Management – Resolve customer concerns and grow a loyal customer base
- Compliance & Regulatory – Ensure alignment with company, local, state, and federal requirements
Why Ryder?
Ryder isn’t just a great place to grow your career. It’s a company that has been recognized time and again for excellence, integrity and its commitment to people:
- One of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America – Newsweek
- America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes
- World’s Most Admired Companies – Fortune Magazine
- Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation – Women in Trucking
- Overdrive Award – General Motors
- Food Logistics’ Top 3PL Award – SDC EXEC
- Reader’s Choice Excellence Awards – Inbound Logistics
- Top Women to Watch in Transportation
- Supplier Environmental Excellence Award – Verizon
We’re also committed to a greener future. Ryder operates the largest electric vehicle (EV) fleet footprint in the United States.
Hear directly from the people who work here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usBbl6L1V6
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b24PFgxvVS0
Essential Functions
- Handle the sales process for inbound calls as well as outbound solicitation
- Maintain current and accurate data within the company’s marketing database
- Responsible for generating rental, lease, and used vehicle sales leads
- Manage all rental asset processes to include Vehicle PM and cleanliness standards
- Meet overall Ryder market share by successfully executing sales and marketing initiatives
- Maintain compliance with company, local, state, federal, and other regulatory agencies
- Reconcile all customer concerns, issues, and disputes to maintain ongoing relationships and grow the current customer base
Additional Responsibilities
- On a voluntary basis as well as based on scheduling, the Rental Management Trainee will be required to perform the role of On-Call Representative based on work schedules as determined by Supervisor
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
- Comfortable with cold calling, prospecting and building a pipeline
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- High energy, self-motivated, self-directed person who is able to focus on multiple projects and activities simultaneously and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Detail oriented with strong follow-up practices
- Possess a high degree of common sense and the aptitude to learn quickly
- Ability to relocate in the region/US at the conclusion of the training program
- Must be computer literate – intermediate required
- Reliable transportation to support coverage between Richmond area locations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required – Business Administration or similar related degree
- Prior sales experience (inside sales, outside sales or cold calling) strongly preferred
- One (1) year or more of customer service with issue resolution experience preferred
- Must be computer literate – intermediate required
Travel: None
DOT Regulated: No
Job Category: Operations and Support
Our Culture & Commitment
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
$55,000
Maximum Pay Range:
$55,000
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Trainee
Target structured trainee programs over general sales roles
Formal trainee programs at companies like Microsoft or Adobe have clearer visa pathways than generic sales positions. The structured curriculum and degree requirements help establish specialty occupation status.
Highlight technical sales skills and product complexity
Emphasize experience with complex products requiring specialized knowledge. Software, medical devices, or enterprise solutions strengthen your H-1B case more than consumer goods sales.
Apply to companies with established visa programs
Technology companies, pharmaceutical firms, and enterprise software providers sponsor more frequently than smaller sales organizations. Check recent H-1B disclosure data for sponsorship patterns.
Document relevant internships and co-op experiences
Sales internships at major corporations, especially in technical products or B2B environments, demonstrate specialized training that supports your visa petition and employer's business case.
Consider inside sales and sales development roles first
Inside sales roles often have clearer specialty occupation requirements than field sales positions. Sales development representative positions frequently lead to sponsored career advancement within the same company.
Network within your target company's international employee community
Connect with sponsored employees through LinkedIn or company diversity programs. They understand the visa process and can provide referrals that highlight your international perspective as valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship in sales trainee roles?
Most sales trainee programs require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, economics, or related fields. Some technical sales roles prefer engineering or computer science backgrounds. The key is demonstrating how your specific degree relates to the complex products or services you'll be selling.
Do sales trainee positions qualify for H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
Structured trainee programs at major corporations typically qualify because they require specialized knowledge and formal training. Generic sales roles are harder to defend, but programs with defined curricula, mentorship components, and technical product focus strengthen the specialty occupation argument significantly.
Which companies commonly sponsor H-1B visas for sales trainees?
Technology companies like Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, and IBM frequently sponsor sales trainees. Pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and enterprise software firms also sponsor regularly. Check recent DOL disclosure data to identify companies with consistent sponsorship patterns in sales roles.
What's the H-1B approval rate for sales positions?
Sales positions historically face higher scrutiny than technical roles, with approval rates varying by company size and role complexity. Structured trainee programs at established companies typically have better success rates than general sales positions due to clearer specialty occupation justification.
How to find Sales Trainee jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Sales Trainee positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on retail chains, tech companies, pharmaceutical firms, and FMCG businesses that frequently hire entry-level sales talent. These roles often qualify for H-1B, TN visa, or L-1 visas depending on your background and the company's sponsorship programs.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a different sales role later?
Yes, but the new role must also qualify as a specialty occupation. Moving from a trainee program to a senior sales role at the same company is typically straightforward. Changing companies requires the new employer to file a transfer petition with similar specialty occupation justification.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sales Trainee jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.