2027 Summer Intern: Sales Intern

Ul Solutions; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Internship learning & development

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a Sales Intern to support our sales team from Northbrook, IL or Chicago, IL in a hybrid role. The position offers an hourly rate of $25 and runs for 10–12 weeks, with training and development opportunities as part of the program.

You will assist Sales Executives with outreach, prospecting, and relationship-building, gaining hands-on experience in selling UL services to clients.

Qualifications

• Rising senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Sales, Engineering or related field.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ambitious, motivated self-starter who works well independently and collaboratively.
• Able to stay focused in a remote work environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sales Executives with client outreach and follow-ups; primarily remotely (video, phone, email).
• Assist with prospecting activities.
• Present selling approaches as if you were UL Solutions’ sales staff by the end of the internship.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Independent work

Remote work adaptability

Education

Undergraduate degree (Business/Sales/Engineering)

Job description

From day one, we’ve blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science. That’s where you come in — because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe.

As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for a Sales Intern to join our team inNorthbrook, IL or Chicago, IL.

This role is hybrid - 3 days a week on-site at the Northbrook or Chicago Office.

Responsibilities

Our buildings don’t just shape our skylines — they provide the backdrop to our lives. And knowing they’re safe matters. We’ve been helping to create safer structures since 1894, combining our expertise with innovative new technologies to help make sure both people and property are secure. As more people have to deal with extreme weather, we’re on hand to test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards. Whether we’re simulating tornadoes or testing smoke alarms, the work we do on our team is used in buildings around the world to — quite literally — help save lives. Join our team and build your skills, build innovative solutions and help build a safer world.

• Building Materials, Suppression Systems and Building Envelope
• Life Safety, Detection and Security Systems
• Personal Protective Equipment

Energy and Industrial Automation (EIA)

We work at the center of safety and sustainability — we’re helping to tackle the worst aspects of the global climate crisis with projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy and electrified transportation. Whether we’re helping customers make safer electric vehicle batteries or debating the impact of wind farms, we develop cutting-edge safety science. And we do it in some of the largest and best-equipped laboratories in the world. We’re always looking for people to help us explore, experiment and advance ideas that change the way the world works. Join our team and help create a cleaner, safer future for all.

Software & Advisory (S&A)

When you combine the gravitas of a 130-year-old safety science leader with a culture of innovation that pushes the boundaries in new services and technology, you get UL Solutions. As a global team of business and engineering experts, we develop software for a huge range of industries, including medical, sustainability, renewable energy and healthy buildings. Together, we’re dedicated to making a real-world difference, to using our knowledge for good and to pioneering positive change. Join our team and use your expertise to transform global safety, security and sustainability.

Our interns will assist our Sales Executives with prioritizing portfolio of accounts and maintain relationships aimed at achieving optimal results and service excellence. An internship at UL Solutions is an opportunity to learn while doing:

• Sales training (condensed format)
• Assist Sales Executives with client outreach and follow ups;primarily remotely (video, phone, email) to promote and sell UL services
• Assist with prospecting activities
• Present how to sell as if they were ULS sales staff (end of internship)

Qualifications

What makes you a great fit:

• Rising senior currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in: Business, Sales, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ambitious and highly motivated self-starter who works well independently and collaboratively
• Ability to remain driven and focused in a remote work environment
• Indefinite right to work in the United States.

What we offer:

Total Rewards: The hourly rate for this role is $25.00. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus to assist with housing, travel, and other relocation expenses, subject to terms and conditions. Your internship will consist of a 10-12 week long project, networking, learning & development opportunities, and will provide you with the opportunity to make a real world impact.

About Us

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.