Business Development Summer 2027 Internship (Bettendorf, IA)

Lincoln Electric; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LincPal Mentorship

Professional development workshops

Hands-on training

Networking events

Engineering Development Program path

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Bettendorf, IA, invites engineering students to join its Business Development Internship Program for hands-on project management exposure in a real manufacturing environment.

You will quote equipment and services, review bills of materials, prepare proposals, and help manage scope, costs, and risks while partnering with customers and suppliers. The program includes travel to Cleveland, OH for immersion day and offers mentorship and professional development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or having achieved a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related automation/technology degrees.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Assist Business Development/Application Engineering to determine solutions and quote equipment and services.
• Review bills of materials and project documents to estimate costs.
• Participate in proposal presentations and customer follow-ups.
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers and outside vendors.
• Kick off active projects and communicate scope and objectives to the project team.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Manage changes to scope and project costs with verification techniques.
• Assist in defining project scope and objectives with stakeholders.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client relationship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related automation/technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.

Location:

Bettendorf

Req ID:

29784

Target Program Dates:

May 25th – August 6th, 2027

Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric’s Automation facility in Bettendorf, IA is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our Business Development Internship Program—designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands‑on experience. As a participant, you’llBe the Lincbetween your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and engineering leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

• LincPal Program:Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
• Professional Development:Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
• Hands-On Training:Gain practical experience through guided instruction and real-world applications.
• Networking & Culture:Join social and networking events to build relationships and immerse yourself in the company culture.
• Career Pathway:Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities, including our Engineering Development Program.

Overview of the Program

Bettendorf’s Business Development Internship Program offers hands‑on experience in project management by learning how to quote, plan, budget, and document all aspects of a project. Interns will collaborate with operational leadership to ensure project goals are clearly communicated and deadlines are met. This role offers exposure to real-world production environments and the opportunity to develop key skills in planning and execution. This position requires participation in our Immersion Day at our Cleveland, OH headquarters during one of your first few weeks. Lincoln Electric will provide and cover all travel arrangements and expenses.

What You'll Work On

• Assist Business Development/Application Engineering team to determine solution, and quote the necessary equipment & services to execute the project;
• Learn to review bill of materials, and other project documents to accurately estimate costs;
• Participate in proposal presentations and customer follow-ups;
• Learn how to effectively establish and maintain relationships with Customers and outside vendors;
• Learn how to kickoff active projects and efficiently communicate project scope and objectives to the project team
• Learn how to perform risk management to minimize project risks;
• Learn how to manage changes to the scope and project costs using appropriate verification techniques;
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility;
• Assist in ensuring resource availability and allocation;
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing or having achieved a bachelor’s degree in engineering business, or related automation/technology degrees
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Aptitude to uphold company values while interacting with clients, vendors and / or co-workers;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking; and
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.