Sales Engineer Intern - Foundry Group

Pyrotek • Columbia City, IN

115d

About The Position

The Sales Engineer Intern will gain entry-level experience by learning, applying, and performing Sales Engineering related functions, as assigned, while actively engaged and participating in a seasonal/temporary internship program. Support the Sales and Operations departments by assisting with market and customer research, evaluating sales performance, prospecting new business opportunities, and handling administrative tasks such as trip expense reports. This internship will be located in the Columbia City/Ft. Wayne area. Some travel to customer sites via car to be expected. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p, May through August.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, or a related field, plus one (1) year of completed course studies in area of emphasis.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Core People Skills: Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.
• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions.
• Computer/Applications Skills: Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems, strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products such as Word, Excel, Project, etc.
• Core Business Skills: Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage and work in partnership with plant leadership and support personnel to understand manufacturing processes, varying from engineering, purchasing, production, and distribution.
• Learn and support Sales Engineering responsibilities and functions, including but not limited to participating in job shadowing of Sales Engineers to ascertain a realistic job preview.
• Conduct market and customer research activities, utilizing the web, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, and various business publications.
• Evaluate sales performance results against sales targets and presenting findings/conclusions.
• Assist with prospecting new business opportunities.
• Generate sales trip/expense reports.
• Create and/or attend mock proposal meetings and participate in Sales calls with Sales Engineers and management.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees