About the role#
As a Sales Engineer Intern, you will work alongside our sales and engineering teams to help customers find the right fluid power solutions. You will learn about our products, take part in customer conversations, and complete a project that contributes to the business.
What you'll do#
- Learn hydraulic and pneumatic components, systems, and applications through hands-on training and mentorship.
- Support Sales Engineers in reviewing customer requirements and preparing quotes, product recommendations, and technical proposals.
- Research and compare component specifications like pressure, flow, and operating conditions to match customer needs.
- Join customer calls, site visits, and application reviews as an observer, then as a contributor.
- Maintain accurate customer and opportunity records in the CRM.
- Help prepare technical documentation, presentations, and product comparison materials.
- Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and operations to follow orders and answer customer questions.
- Complete an intern project and present your results to the team.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain technical ideas to non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning new software.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to ask questions.
Location & details#
- Location: Mokena, Illinois.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About Applied Industrial Technologies
Applied Industrial Technologies operates as a distributor and technical solutions provider for industrial components. The company supplies products such as bearings, fluid power systems, and automation technologies to maintenance and original equipment manufacturers. Founded in 1923, it maintains its headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. The organization employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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