Food, Beverage, Dairy Plant Sanitation - Technical Sales Intern

Ecolab•Lincoln, NE

1d•$23 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking Technical Sales Interns to join our summer 2027 internship program with Food & Beverage. Our interns gain valuable hands-on experience in the food & beverage 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.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, or chemistry with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role.
11-week internship program, starting on Tuesday, June 1st.
Position requires a valid US Driver’s License and acceptable motor vehicle record and access to a personal vehicle.

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.
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
education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.