Sales Intern: Summer 2027

Viaflex, Inc.•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

Viaflex is seeking a Sales Intern for Summer 2027 to complete projects and tasks during the internship period. The role supports the broader sales organization through sales activity, lead follow-up, quote preparation, customer demand forecasting, and assistance to Account Executives. The intern will work with an assigned mentor and manager, participate in training and industry events, provide project updates, and deliver an end-of-summer presentation. Viaflex develops film and sheeting solutions, including liners, covers, and barriers, to preserve customer assets and protect Earth’s resources. The company has more than 400 team members across six locations and has over 60 years of industry leadership. The position is primarily in a normal office environment and may occasionally involve entering a production environment with exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures. Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in business communications, sales, or marketing.
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously without close supervision.
Problem-solving abilities and ability to identify waste and creatively find solutions.
Ability to work with a high level of confidentiality.
Flexibility and capacity to multitask.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned projects and tasks within the internship discipline.
Support the broader sales organization through sales activity, including direct contact and leads generated by phone, online, or trade shows.
Prepare price quotes and follow through on operations execution and customer delivery.
Assist Account Executives as requested.
Participate in industry events, including trade shows and conferences, and travel as required.
Assist in forecasting customer demand for capacity planning.
Attend Viaflex-sponsored training and educational seminars and participate in Viaflex-sponsored events.
Work with an assigned mentor and manager to complete the internship successfully.
Provide periodic project updates to managers and peers.
Complete an end-of-summer internship presentation.
Demonstrate Viaflex Team Member Values and encourage others to do the same.
Perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and assist in other areas as needed.
Learn, understand, continuously improve, and promote the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.