About the Role: 🚀 Launch Your Tech Sales Career in San Francisco No experience required. Get trained. Get paid. Get hired. Looking for a way to break into tech without spending years building experience first? SV Academy is partnering with a fast-growing B2B SaaS company in San Francisco to help motivated, career-driven individuals launch careers in tech sales as Business Development Representatives (BDRs). If you’re competitive, coachable, and ready to build a real career with growth potential — this opportunity was built for you. Why People Choose SV Academy SV Academy helps ambitious people break into tech sales through live training, mentorship, and direct access to hiring companies. Thousands of learners have gone from “no experience” to landing careers in SaaS sales — without taking on student debt. What You’ll Receive ✅ Free live sales training led by experienced SaaS sales leaders ✅ A paid 90-day Residency earning $2,500/month + commission ✅ Hands-on experience with a high-growth tech company ✅ 1:1 coaching, mentorship, and career support ✅ Sales certifications and modern SaaS sales training ✅ A pathway to a full-time role with base salary + uncapped earning potential About the Role: Business Development Representative (BDR) This is where many top-performing tech sales careers begin. As a BDR, you’ll help drive growth for a fast-scaling SaaS company by connecting with prospective customers, generating opportunities, and learning the fundamentals of modern sales. You’ll build real-world experience in: Cold calling and outbound prospecting LinkedIn and email outreach Objection handling and sales strategy CRM and sales engagement tools Pipeline generation and qualification You won’t just learn sales theory — you’ll get real reps, real coaching, and real experience. What You’ll Be Doing Engage prospective customers through calls, email, and LinkedIn outreach Generate interest and communicate product value clearly Qualify inbound and outbound leads Schedule meetings for Account Executives Track performance and activity using modern sales tools Continuously improve through coaching and feedback Who Tends to Succeed Here You do not need previous sales experience. We’re looking for people who are: Competitive and goal-oriented Strong communicators Coachable and eager to learn Resilient and able to handle challenges Self-motivated with a strong work ethic Excited about building a long-term career in tech | Requirements: Full-time availability during the Residency Strong written and verbal communication skills Interest in starting a career in tech sales Authorized to work in the United States Preferred Qualifications: Transferable experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, fundraising, or campus leadership demonstrating strong communication and persuasion skills | Benefits: Comprehensive training through a 2-week bootcamp to build foundational tech sales skills Paid 90-day residency with an employer partner, offering real-world SDR experience Hybrid work environment in the Chicago area with opportunities for in-person collaboration Professional development and mentorship from experienced sales leaders Potential for full-time placement with partner companies upon successful completion of the program Access to a supportive alumni network and ongoing career resources Paid time off and holidays in accordance with local standards Health insurance and retirement benefits aligned with industry norms for entry-level roles | About SV Academy: SV Academy is a career accelerator that helps individuals break into tech sales and customer success—no traditional background required. Through a free, instructor-led bootcamp followed by a paid Residency, participants gain real-world experience while earning a salary and benefits. We partner with high-growth companies to deliver trained, supported talent who ramp quickly and drive results. Our model expands access to opportunity while helping employers hire and develop top performers with less risk.