Automation/Industrial Sales Intern

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Summary:

The Automation Intern is primarily responsible for the support of projects and company initiatives that are directly related to the automation department. This individual works closely with our Automation Specialists, Inside Sales and Sales Support Team to develop and deliver customer solutions with our products. This individual displays behavior that support our culture, our 5 P's and our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Electrical Distribution Orientation - Learn the roles of various departments in the organization as well as relationships with key partners and vendors.
• Job shadowing in various departments with a focus on automation
• Orientation to our Automation Support and Design Engineering Teams - support and learn from them.
• Joint customer site visits with Account Managers & Specialists to learn how we engage and support our customers.
• Develop technical acumen in assigned technical domain (assigned at the beginning of the internship).
• Attend commercial events & support as needed in technical sessions, labs or the trade show
• Assist in generating training materials for internal employees and external customers
• Perform assigned tasks as directed

Critical Success Factors:

• Strong technical aptitude
• Excellent internal and external customer service
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Self motivated and energetic
• Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt to change
• Positive attitude
• Dependable
• Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Job Requirements/Specifications:

• High School Graduate
• Pursuing a degree in a technical field including but not limited to engineering, automation, robotics, computer science, information technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Van Meter is an EOE/M/W/Vets/Disability Employer

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