Inside Sales Intern

W; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Up to 20 hours per week

Practical sales experience

Internship-hour fulfillment potential

Mentorship from experienced sales pros

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Würth Elektronik is seeking a motivated Inside Sales Intern to support the team with day-to-day sales activities and gain insight into customer engagement, sales operations, and account support.

As a student, you will build practical experience while completing your degree, with up to 20 hours per week and a flexible schedule that accommodates school commitments. This role offers hands-on exposure in a global electronics company.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program.
• Interest in building a career in sales or customer service.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to balance school commitments with work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support Inside Sales with day-to-day activities and customer communications.
• Help prepare quotations, sales materials, and product information for customers.
• Assist with account research and identify potential opportunities.
• Update customer and sales information in internal systems.
• Coordinate with field sales, customer service, and technical support teams.
• Answer order-related questions, sample requests, and general inquiries.
• Conduct market or customer research to support sales projects.
• Provide general administrative support to the Inside Sales team.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Currently enrolled in college/university

Preferred fields: Business, Marketing, Communications, Supply Chain, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software familiarity

Job description

Company: Würth Elektronik
Location: On-site
Schedule: Part-time, up to 20 hours per week

Build practical sales experience while completing your degree

Würth Elektronik is seeking a motivated, customer-focused student to join our Inside Sales team as an intern. This opportunity offers hands-on experience supporting customers, building sales skills, and learning how a global technology company partners with customers in the electronics industry.

We understand that academics come first. We will work with the selected intern to establish a schedule that supports their school commitments. Interns may work up to 20 hours per week, and the role may be structured to help fulfill internship-hour requirements for an applicable degree program, subject to the college’s approval.

What you will do

As an Inside Sales Intern, you will support the team with day-to-day sales activities and gain insight into customer engagement, sales operations, and account support, such as:

• Assisting the Inside Sales team with customer communications and follow-up
• Helping prepare quotations, sales materials, and product-related information for customers
• Supporting account research and identifying potential customer opportunities
• Updating customer and sales information accurately in internal systems
• Coordinating with internal teams, including field sales, customer service, and technical support
• Assisting with order-related questions, sample requests, and general customer inquiries
• Conducting market or customer research and supporting sales projects as needed
• Providing general administrative support to the Inside Sales team

What you bring

• Current enrollment in a college or university program, preferably in Business, Marketing, Communications, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field
• Interest in building a career in sales, customer service, business development, or the electronics industry
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
• A customer-focused mindset and confidence communicating with different audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage priorities, follow through on tasks, and work collaboratively
• A reliable, curious approach and willingness to learn

What we offer

• A flexible schedule that works around your school commitments
• Up to 20 hours of work per week
• Meaningful, practical experience in inside sales and customer support
• The potential to fulfill internship-hour requirements for your degree, subject to your school’s approval
• Support and guidance from experienced sales professionals
• An inclusive workplace where teamwork, curiosity, and new ideas are valued

About Würth Elektronik

Würth Elektronik is a leading manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components and solutions. We partner with customers around the world by combining technical expertise, reliable products, and exceptional service.

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