Associate Consultant I

Coastal is looking for motivated individuals interested in launching a career in technology consulting. This entry-level position, with training included, is designed for those with an interest in technology, consulting and networking, and learning new tangible skills through a (fun!) comprehensive experience. Starting in July 2025, we are looking for recent college graduates, both undergraduate and masters, to join a cohort out of our Atlanta office. Coastal is a top-ranked Salesforce Platinum Partner that is focused on building lasting relationships with our clients, and although we’re working with and implementing innovative technology, our primary focus is our people and our clients.

The initial training program at the start of your position will provide you with the hard skills needed to be successful in the technology industry. You’ll closely work alongside top industry leaders, shadowing real client calls and internal meetings, creating a team-focused case study based on real client scenarios, and of course, experiencing a fun and flexible team culture at one of the top Salesforce partners in the country. After successful completion of the training period, you’ll have gained hands-on Salesforce knowledge, communication and presentation skills, networking and career development, and much more!

Work Environment

Flexible working hours with an emphasis on a life-work balance (in that order!)
Commutable office locations in Northern Virginia, Atlanta GA, Lexington KY
A flexible and fun team culture! We value transparency, support, flexibility, growth, teamwork, fun, and so much more
Frequent team activities including Lunch and Learns, Happy Hours, team-building events, and the Holiday Party to Top All Holiday Parties
Quarterly All-Hands calls to bring the company together, and an open-door leadership policy with access to mentorship and guidance

Great Benefits

Continuing education and certification reimbursements, specifically within the Salesforce ecosystem
Opportunities for accelerated growth, learning tangible technical skills, networking, and career guidance and support

Responsibilities

  • Complete independent and group training activities related to technology and consulting skills
  • Complete and present a group-based case study, weaving throughout the training period
  • Stay on task and meet all deadlines as part of the training curriculum
  • Communicate effectively with managers, administrators, and peers
  • Prepare and sit for the Salesforce Certified Administrator Exam by the end of the training period (We will cover the cost of all Salesforce Certifications!)
  • After completion of the training period, the Associate Consultant I will:
    • Work effectively individually and with Coastal Cloud and client members toward customer satisfaction and success
    • Balance multiple projects for multiple clients
    • Take direction from project team members and immediate supervisor
    • Seek opportunities to develop professional skills
    • Achieve necessary technical certifications
    • Travel with client or project team as needed
    • Demonstrate the ability to perform Salesforce.com administration / configuration / data migration duties as directed

Required Skills, Education and Experience

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in IT, Business, Finance, Communication, or other related field and graduating in May 2024 (excluding case-by-case exceptions)
  • Completion of the Coastal Cloud Internship Training Program (pre-interview) Trailmix on Trailhead
  • Interest in the technology and consulting industries and strong technical aptitude (Microsoft Office, GSuite, various coding/automation languages, etc)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication, relationship building, presentation skills, teamwork, and adaptability
  • Self-starter, takes initiative, willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced industry surrounded by like-minded individuals
  • Must have a full-time, permanent work authorization in the United States

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