Sales Intern - Edmonton, AB

Victaulic Company; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic is offering a Sales Intern position in Edmonton, AB, for a full-time contract from May 2027 to August 2027. The role provides hands-on experience in construction sales, supporting customer engagement, project research and market development alongside Regional Sales Managers.

You'll visit jobsites, attend contractor and distributor meetings, research opportunities, and contribute to a summer project that adds value for the sales team while developing technical and commercial knowledge

Qualifications

• Preparing to enter final year of study in business/engineering or related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel within Edmonton region during internship.

Responsibilities

• Support customer and project-related activities through participation in sales calls, jobsite visits, contractor meetings, distributor meetings and project reviews.
• Research construction projects, accounts and market opportunities to help identify potential customers and next steps.
• Complete a strategic summer project that creates practical reusable value for the sales organization.
• Develop an analytics or data-quality project that improves visibility or decision-making for the sales team.
• Build account and stakeholder insights by gathering market intelligence.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Research

Problem solving

Travel availability

Education

Currently pursuing degree

Tools

CRM platforms

Sales tools

Data analytics software

Business/Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

VICTAULIC

Sales Intern

Edmonton, AB

Full-Time Contract (May 2027 to August 2027)

ABOUT VICTAULIC

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.

Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.

An Industry Leader With a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation

At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.

Let's Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:

• We build from within.
• We stand behind our people.
• We foster an environment for constant learning.
• We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE

We're looking for a Sales Intern to join our Outside Sales Team in the Edmonton Region. In this role, you'll gain practical experience in construction sales by supporting customer engagement, project research, market development and territory initiatives. You'll work alongside Regional Sales Managers and experienced sales professionals while connecting with contractors, engineers, distributors, owners and consultants across the construction industry. This is an opportunity to build valuable sales capabilities, receive dedicated mentorship and take ownership of meaningful project work that supports the sales organization.

WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWN

• Support customer and project-related activities through participation in sales calls, jobsite visits, contractor meetings, distributor meetings and project reviews.
• Research construction projects, accounts and market opportunities to help the sales team identify potential customers, stakeholders and recommended next steps.
• Complete a strategic summer project that creates practical, reusable value for the sales organization.
• Develop an analytics or data-quality project that improves visibility, consistency or decision-making for the sales team.
• Build account and stakeholder insights by gathering market intelligence and learning how projects and purchasing decisions progress through the construction lifecycle.
• Develop your technical and commercial knowledge of Victaulic markets, products, solutions, competitive methods and selling strategies.
• Collaborate with sales leaders and experienced representatives to strengthen your customer communication, business development and territory-support skills.
• Present your project findings, recommendations and key learnings to sales leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Preparing to enter your final year of study, while pursuing a university or college degree, preferably in business administration, marketing, mechanical engineering, construction management, commerce, sports management, or a related discipline.
• A strong interest in developing a career in sales, business development or the construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build professional relationships and communicate confidently with different audiences.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach, willingness to learn and ability to take initiative in a fast-paced, field-based environment.
• A collaborative mindset, professional demeanor and ability to work effectively with customers and internal team members.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the Edmonton region during the internship.

WHAT SETS YOU APART

• Academic experience or coursework related to sales, marketing, business development, engineering, construction management or data analytics.
• Previous internship, co-op, customer service, retail, business development or other customer-facing experience.
• An interest in technical solutions, construction projects, skilled trades, and relationship-based selling.
• Strong presentation skills and confidence communicating ideas to leaders, customers and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership or involvement in student organizations, athletics, volunteer initiatives or team-based projects.
• Curiosity, adaptability and enthusiasm for learning in both office and field environments.
• Experience using CRM platforms, sales technology tools or data analytics software.