Food, Beverage, Dairy Plant Sanitation - Technical Sales Intern

Ecolab•Twin Falls, ID

23d•$23 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

Own your future as an intern at Ecolab! Our internship program provides you with invaluable insights from leaders across Ecolab, engaging and challenging projects, opportunities for personal and professional growth, extensive networking, and the chance to immerse yourself in our innovative and dynamic environment. Ecolab is seeki ng Technical Sales Intern s to join our summer 2026 internship program with Food & Beverage . Our interns gain valuable hands-on experience in the food & bevera ge manufacturing industry by learning the various components involved in servicing Ecolab customers. We are increasing food safety and product quality, enhancing sustainability and boosting operational efficiency. What’s in it For You : The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food and healthy environments The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best Apply what you learn in the classroom to meaningful projects that have genuine business impact Finish your internship with a realistic job preview of what a “day in the life” of an Ecolab associate looks like Be considered for a full-time job offer (to start upon graduation) at the end of a successful internship i nto the Associate Account Manager role

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, or chemistry with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
11-week internship program, starting on Monday , June 1st
Position requires a valid US Driver’s License and acceptable motor vehicle record and access to a personal vehi cle
Position requires lifting/pushing/carrying up to 50 pounds chest high

Responsibilities

Work closely with existing Account Managers in customer plant environments, focusing on food safety and food quality using effective, efficient sanitation products and processes.
As strong business partners, our Account Managers work with customers to develop sanitation plans and programs, evaluate processes and procedures, and identify and implement operational efficiencies.
Learn the daily responsibilities of an Ecolab Account Manager and work on specific value-added projects throughout the summer for which you ultimately present findings to our leadership team
Cultivate business relationships with all levels of plant staff through professional demeanor & interpersonal skills
Apply mechanical aptitude to repair, adjust, test and install Ecolab chemical dispensing systems as well as food, beverage and dairy processing equipment including clean in place (CIP) equipment and systems
Monitor product performance and adjust chemical concentration levels to advance operational efficiency and effectiveness
Provide industry expertise and training to customers regarding plant sanitation, standard operating procedures, and issues of food safety/quality
Introduce new product/service offerings to existing accounts to help them disinfect surfaces in a plant facility
Learn how to successfully prospect to generate new business

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
auto insurance
home insurance
pet insurance
identity theft protection
short-term and long-term disability
401k
pension plans
retirement health care benefits
short-term incentives
vacation (12 days)
holidays
parental leave
employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
discount on day care services and caregiver services
adoption assistance
group legal services
employee assistance program
employee discount program
and education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations