About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience in industrial automation, technical sales, and customer engagement. You will support the Industrial Sales Department while working alongside Automation Specialists, Inside Sales, and Sales Support teams. You will work with an assigned mentor to build technical expertise and gain exposure to different roles across the organization.
What you'll do#
- Participate in an Electrical Distribution Orientation to learn about department roles and partner relationships.
- Engage in job shadowing across departments, focusing on automation functions.
- Support and learn from Automation Support and Design Engineering teams.
- Accompany Account Managers and Specialists on customer site visits.
- Develop technical knowledge in an assigned area of focus.
- Attend commercial events and help with technical sessions, labs, demonstrations, and trade shows.
- Create and update training materials for internal development and customer education.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on customer solutions and business initiatives.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, customer service, and company values.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or GED.
- Currently a college sophomore or junior.
- Pursuing a degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to organize work, manage priorities, and accept feedback.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
About Van Meter Inc.
Van Meter Inc. is a distributor of electrical, automation, and solar supplies. The company maintains 25 locations across seven states and is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Founded in 1928, it is a 100% employee-owned business. It carries over 800 brands to serve its customers.
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