Aviation Sales & Marketing Intern

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area is seeking a full-time Aviation Sales & Marketing Intern to assist Directors, Sales Managers and customers in marketing, selling and supporting OEM and Aftermarket products.

The role covers tradeshow planning, content creation, digital content management, and supporting marketing campaigns. You will collaborate with internal teams, help develop product presentations, seminars and webinars.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented and proactive with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with content creation and presentations is a plus.
• Private pilot license active status required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing tradeshows, events, seminars and webinars.
• Collect and manage digital content for marketing ads and website material.
• Support Sales Managers and Directors with marketing activities.
• Collaborate with Marketing Communications to update website and promos.
• Help develop organized product presentations and seminars.

Skills

Sales experience (intern)

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Private Pilot’s License

Education

Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Presentation software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Aviation Sales & Marketing Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting department Directors, Sales Managers, and their customers in the daily activities and administration required to market, sell, and support both our OEM and Aftermarket products. The position will encompass daily interaction with various departments internally to support sales and marketing initiatives. Additional responsibilities include tradeshow planning and preparation, general departmental administration, and organization, as well as other duties and special projects as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the successful execution of tradeshows, industry events, in person seminars, webinars, and other events, including logistical planning and content creation.
• Collect, distribute, organize, update, and manage digital content efforts, including product images for marketing ads, customer facing presentations, and website material
• Support Sales Managers and Directors with development and execution of marketing, advertising, and promotional activities
• Work with Garmin's internal Marketing Communications department to create, review and execute updates to website and promotional materials
• Assist in developing well-organized and informative product presentations, seminars, and webinars

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management or other related field
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to work proactively and effectively with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency using presentation software or apps used for content creation
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Must possess a Private Pilot’s License and be an active pilot

Desired Qualifications

• One year of sales experience
• Some familiarity with Garmin avionics
• General understanding of the avionics competitive landscape, products and systems
• Instrument rating
• Commercial Pilot’s License

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits