Sales Intern

At Smith Douglas Homes, our mission is to enhance people’s quality of life by creating opportunities for homeownership. We believe that mission starts with our people.

When you join Smith Douglas Homes, you become part of a team that is committed to doing the right thing, supporting one another, and delivering exceptional experiences for our customers. We foster a culture built on collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and mutual respect—where every team member has the opportunity to make an impact and grow their career.

Join us and help build more than homes. Help build opportunities, communities, and a future you can be proud of.

Help Families Achieve the Dream of Homeownership While Launching Your Sales Career

At Smith Douglas Homes, we pride ourselves on being one of the fastest growing home building companies in the country. We are looking for Summer 2027 Sales Interns to join our team. We have open opportunities across our various Divisions located throughout the Southeast and Texas.  

Position Summary: 

Smith Douglas Homes is excited to offer an 8-week Summer Sales Internship Program designed to give college students hands-on experience in residential new home sales. This immersive program allows interns to work directly with New Home Sales Specialists and community teams, gaining real-world exposure to customer engagement, sales operations, and the homebuilding industry.  

This internship is ideal for students interested in sales, marketing, real estate, business, or construction-related careers who want practical, professional experience in a customer-facing role.  

Program Dates & Commitment 

• Duration: 8-Weeks (Summer) 

• Schedule: Full-time 40-hours per week; weekends required after completing first two weeks of the program.  

• Location: On-site at designated Smith Douglas Homes communities 

• Compensation: Paid Internship 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support Sales Agents in model homes and sales centers 

• Welcome and engage prospective homebuyers visiting the community 

• Provide general information about the community, homes, floorplans, etc.  

• Assist with lead follow-up and customer communication.  

• Help maintain model home appearance and merchandising standards.  

• Participate in community marketing efforts, events, and promotions.  

• Learn and use CRM and sales tracking systems.  

• Observe the sales process from initial prospect interaction through contract and closing.  

• Complete administrative and organizational tasks as needed.  

Learning Objectives 

Throughout the 8-week program, interns will: 

• Gain an understanding of the residential new home sales process. 

• Develop professional communication, sales, and customer service skills.  

• Learn how marketing, sales, and construction teams collaborate.  

• Build confidence interacting with customers in a professional environment.  

• Explore potential career paths within homebuilding and real estate.  

Qualifications 

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university 

• Pursuing a degree in Professional Sales, Business, Marketing, Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred, not required).  

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.  

• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused.  

• Willingness to learn and take initiative.  

• Availability to work weekends throughout the 8-week program.  

Why Join Smith Douglas Homes? 

• Structured, hands-on summer internship experience.  

• Direct mentorship from experienced Sales Professionals.  

• Exposure to a growing national homebuilder.  

• Opportunity to build a professional network and gain career insight.  

SDH Management Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to

HR@smithdouglas.com

An offer of employment for this role is contingent upon the successful completion of  background check and drug screening. We are a certified Drug Free Workplace.