Internship Program Participant

Lonestar Electric Supply; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonestar Electric Supply in Houston is seeking an Intern to work with a dynamic team across departments, providing support and learning about the Electrical Distribution Industry. The ideal candidate is a college student majoring in Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related degree, hungry to learn, ready to work, and eager to make an impact quickly.

You will shadow colleagues, deliver excellent customer service to internal and external partners, research

Qualifications

• High-School Diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Business Administration, or a similar field.
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Construction, Engineering or Electrical Distribution industry.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and a desire to learn and advance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Shadow associates throughout the organization to learn how we perform job duties and interact with partners and customers at every level of the business.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external partners, customers, logistics professionals, vendors as well as vendor partners and employees.
• Learn best practices to close sales and achieve monthly quotas.
• Research accounts, identify key players and support associates in making contact and generating interest.
• Receive, verify, and stock various products utilized in the electrical industry.
• Review orders, pull requested items from shelves, examine for accuracy, and wrap for transport.
• Provide loading and unloading support as needed.
• Follow processes and procedures as instructed by your Lead, Mentor or Supervisor.
• Help maintain a clean and organized working environment.
• Follow established safety guidelines and proper protocols.
• Proactive communication to management regarding issues and concerns.
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Lonestar Electric Supply and its subsidiaries are looking for an Intern who will work with a dynamic team of individuals across various departments to provide support and valuable resources while also learning more about the Electrical Distribution Industry. The ideal candidate will be a college student majoring in Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related degree. We’re looking for someone who is hungry to learn, ready to work and looking to make a big impact in a short period of time. They will also drive and promote our passion to MAKE IT HAPPEN!

Responsibilities

• Shadow associates throughout the organization to learn how we perform job duties and interact with partners and customers at every level of the business.
• Provide excellent customer service to our internal and external partners, customers, logistics professionals, vendors as well as vendor partners and employees.
• Learn best practices to close sales and achieve monthly quotas.
• Research accounts, identify key players and support associates in making contact and generating interest.
• Receive, verify, and stock various products utilized in the electrical industry.
• Review orders, pull requested items from shelves, examine for accuracy, and wrap for transport.
• Provide loading and unloading support as needed.
• Follow processes and procedures as instructed by your Lead, Mentor or Supervisor.
• Help maintain a clean and organized working environment.
• Follow established safety guidelines and proper protocols.
• Proactive communication to management regarding issues and concerns.
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• High-School Diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program majoring in Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Business Administration, or a similar field of study.
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Construction, Engineering or Electrical Distribution industry.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and a desire to learn and advance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to move up to 40 lbs.
• Could be tasked with working around moving mechanical parts and in warehouse conditions that are not always climate controlled and may include, heat and humidity.
• Noise level may be loud at times.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises.

Disclaimer

This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management.

This job posting will remain up throughout the year. Applications will be reviewed November through December, with screening calls and interviews taking place in January.