Summer Engineering Sales Intern

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc•Richmond, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hoffman Family of Companies, Inc. is seeking talented individuals to join their team as Summer Sales Engineer Interns. This role is ideal for self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and highly competitive individuals who want to utilize both their technical and social skills. The ideal candidate excels in challenging environments, effectively uses available resources, builds and strengthens professional relationships, and is driven to substantially impact the industry. Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. has been a trusted provider of commercial HVAC equipment and control systems in the Southeast region since 1947, prioritizing high-quality, innovative solutions to positively impact indoor air quality, optimize building efficiency, and enhance occupant comfort. As a 100% EMPLOYEE OWNED company, their sales engineers use an entrepreneurial structure to supply customers with the resources they need to achieve their goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or construction management from an accredited college or university, or currently pursuing a degree in one of these fields
Self-motivated
Hyper-competitive
Financially motivated
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project execution
Exceptional problem-solving skills to overcome challenges
Personal desire to consistently produce outstanding results
Analytical thinking to maximize the efficiency of solutions
Ability to analyze and streamline processes for maximum productivity
Capacity to effectively navigate unexpected conflicts with decisive choices

Nice To Haves

Valuable co-op or internship experience in one of the specified fields is preferred
Engagement in extracurricular activities or active participation in student organizations is preferred

Responsibilities

Utilize technical acumen and sales strategy to maximize equipment sales
Build and sustain deep, mutually beneficial relationships with both established and new customers
Cultivate a network of contacts and maintain a pipeline of opportunities to guarantee the achievement of sales goals
Identify and propose changes to equipment, processes, or use of materials/services to enhance operations and reduce capital expenditures
Aggressively grow knowledge and understanding of products, industry trends, finance, competition and business leadership
Educate clients on product offerings, equipment specifications, pricing, and other detailed information
Uphold and adhere to Hoffman & Hoffman’s Core Values