Sales and Commercial - 12 Month Internship

Sulzer; Churwell; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Defined pension contribution

Medicash Health Cash Plan

Company-wide bonus scheme

Onsite gym

Job summary

Sulzer in Leeds is offering a 12-month Sales & Commercial Internship to support administrative and commercial tasks while gaining hands-on experience in a global engineering environment.

You will learn the full sales cycle, assist with tendering, pricing and reporting, and contribute to campaigns that grow service revenue. Mentorship from experienced professionals will help develop essential business skills.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic undergrad currently studying Business, Sales & Marketing, Management or related subject.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities are essential.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Support the full sales cycle from opportunity identification to order placement.
• Assist tendering and bid activities, including proposals and pricing.
• Help with sales reporting, data analysis and business insights projects.
• Support marketing campaigns to drive service growth and awareness.
• Analyse customer feedback and market trends to identify improvements.
• Monitor sales performance and profitability metrics.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation

Organised

Analytical

Proactive

Education

Pursuing a degree in Business/Sales/Marketing

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.About the roleJob SummaryThe Student or Intern is responsible for supporting administrative or operational tasks while gaining practical experience. This role follows specific instructions and procedures and is designed to provide learning opportunities in a structured environment.Are you currently studying for a degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related discipline and looking for a 12-month industrial placement? Sulzer is offering an exciting opportunity for a Sales & Commercial Intern to join our Services Division based in Leeds, West YorkshireThis 12-month internship will provide valuable hands-on experience across sales, commercial, and marketing functions, giving you exposure to real business challenges and the opportunity to contribute to projects that drive business growth.The RoleAs a Sales & Commercial Intern, you will gain insight into the full sales cycle and support a range of commercial and marketing activities. Working closely with experienced colleagues, you will:Develop a strong understanding of Sulzer's service portfolio, customers, and markets.Gain exposure to the complete sales process, from opportunity identification through to order placement.Support tendering and bid activities, including proposal preparation, pricing, and commercial reviews.Learn how to build customer relationships and identify opportunities for new business growth.Assist with sales reporting, data analysis, and business insight projects.Support marketing campaigns aimed at driving service growth and customer awareness.Analyse customer feedback, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for improvement.Monitor sales performance, order intake, and profitability metrics.Contribute ideas to improve processes, reporting, and customer engagement.What We're Looking ForWe're seeking an enthusiastic and driven undergraduate who is:Currently studying towards a degree in Business, Sales & Marketing, Management, or a related subject, and looking for a 12-month placement.A confident communicator with strong interpersonal and presentation skills.Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.Analytical, with an interest in using data to support decision-making.Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks and projects.Curious, eager to learn, and interested in developing a career in sales, commercial, or marketing functions.Competent in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.What You'll GainA structured 12-month internship within a global engineering organisation.Exposure to sales, commercial, business development, and marketing activities.The opportunity to work on meaningful projects with real business impact.Coaching and mentoring from experienced commercial professionals.Valuable industry experience to support your future career aspirations.The chance to develop practical business, communication, and analytical skills.What we offer youCompetitive salaryCompany-wide bonus schemeMedicash Health Cash Plan33 days holidayDefined pension contributionEmployee Assistance ProgrammeShopping, entertainment and lifestyle discountsCostco membership optionDiscounted personal car leasingLong Service AwardsSulzer Learning Pathways and development opportunitiesOnsite PerksFree secure parking with EV chargingModernised working environment24/7 onsite gymSubsidised canteenSports & Social ClubMulti-faith prayer roomSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.