About the role#
The Sales Intern will support the Sales department, gaining a foundational understanding of material products and their applications. This is a paid, full-time position for Summer 2027 based in Brea, California. You will work on-site and shadow team members to gain hands-on experience in the construction industry.
What you'll do#
- Provide customer service by understanding and meeting client needs.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and industry events.
- Prepare and submit accurate quotes, contracts, and pricing strategies.
- Maintain detailed customer records using automated systems.
- Provide post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Shadow Sales team members and travel to various job sites.
- Develop a pipeline of projects and coordinate job-site services.
- Monitor market trends, product innovations, and competitor activities.
- Contribute to marketing initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a college degree program for Business, Communications, or a related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- An analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to learn.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed for job site visits.
Location & details#
- Location: Brea, California, USA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $26 per hour.
About COLAS
Colas is a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group that focuses on the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. The company operates in fifty countries and manages projects ranging from urban development to civil engineering and material recycling. It maintains a network of 2,000 operating units and 3,500 production sites. The company employs 64,000 people globally.
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