About the role#
This is a 12-week summer internship program focused on technical sales within the controls and building automation sector. You will gain exposure to the design, application, and sale of systems, controls, and services for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. This program provides insight into a sales career and offers a pathway to the Graduate Training Program after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Work directly with Sales Account Managers and customers.
- Attend sales meetings, business functions, and customer meetings alongside mentors.
- Participate in sales and service calls.
- Learn the process sales engineers follow from the start to the finish of a job.
- Engage with customers as a daily point of contact during the solution-making process.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or Engineering Technology.
- Completion of at least the sophomore year before the start of the internship.
- U.S. citizenship or legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- A valid driver’s license held for at least 12 months and the ability to provide proof of insurance.
- A clean driving record with no major or frequent violations in the past 3 years.
- A desire for continuous learning in technical fields.
Location & details#
- Location: West Columbia, South Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Trane
Trane manufactures industrial machinery and provides energy solutions for buildings. The company specializes in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Founded in 1913, it operates as a public company. It maintains offices in Davidson, North Carolina and employs over 12,000 people.
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