Employment Prospects
Employers
Sales development representatives work for any company that sells products and services, but many are employed in the tech sector.
Starting Out
Many aspiring SDRs break into the field as a result of contacts made through sales internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer opportunities. Others learn about job openings via their college’s career services office, networking events, career fairs, or by visiting the Web sites of companies that employ sales development representatives.
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