About the Program
In partnership with SpringBoard, JVS is excited to offer a no-cost training program that will prepare you for a career in Technology Sales (aka Sales Development Representative or SDR). The Tech Sales training program combines a self-paced curriculum with virtual class time, which will provide participants with skill-building support, professional training, and motivational sessions.
Program Details
- This is a 4 to 6 month training program with a paid 2 month internship.
- This is an online program with an estimated 15 hours per week of self-study.
- You will receive networking opportunities and job search support with fellow cohort members and employers.
Eligibility
- Must be a resident of the San Francisco Bay Area.
- Must be 18 years of age or older and interested in securing meaningful employment with opportunities for economic growth.
- Must be able to provide a U.S. high school diploma, GED, or equivalency with translation.
- Must have a minimum of six months’ experience in a sales or customer-facing role.
- Should have a valid authorization to work in the United States, such as U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an employment authorization card.
- Must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination.
- Must be available and present for the entire duration of the program.
- Schedule that allows weekly participation in virtual classes and independently-paced learning.
- Prior to applying, please review JVS’s full program eligibility requirements and FAQ.
What You’ll Learn
- How to gather, clean, transform and interpret data using various tools
- How to optimize and improve the efficiency of day-to-day processes
- Recognize and breakdown the business problem a company is trying to solve
- Explore and analyze data to provide a series of recommendations that the business can adopt
- Conclude and present data using visualization tools to business leaders
Career Snapshot
As of 2023, the median wage for Technical Sales Representative in CA is $39.79 – $56.66 per hour, with a 2023-2028 job growth projection of 9%.
Some possible career pathways for this occupation include:
- Sales Manager
- Customer Success Manager
- Account Executive Sales Engineer
- Administrative Service Manager
Take the Next Step
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The tuition and fees of each of our programs is $20,000 per person, but are no charge for participants thanks to our generous supporters. We invest heavily in our training programs to help you advance your career without financial barriers. Whether you’re starting out or looking to change careers, our training can open new doors and empower you to take the next step in your professional life, all at no cost to you.
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