Nutrition Central Sales Coordinator Intern – Erlanger, KY

ADM; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Transportation support

Professional development

Job summary

ADM's Nutrition Central Sales Internship in Erlanger, KY offers a 12-week, full-time exposure to prospecting, quoting, negotiation and virtual selling within the ADM Nutrition portfolio. You'll gain hands-on experience across the central sales team while developing practical skills for a career in food ingredients and be mentored through structured development sessions.

You'll work 40 hours per week, with potential housing and transportation support, and a pay rate of $21.00–$24.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four-year degree with expected graduation between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Minimum GPA 2.8.
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work location.
• Willingness to relocate to ADM location in North America.
• Available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.
• ADM cannot sponsor work visas.

Responsibilities

• thrive in a fast-paced, complex sales environment.
• Sourcing and managing new sales opportunities across ADM Nutrition portfolio.
• Develop rapport with broader sales team to place new customer leads.
• Customer management with sample/opportunity entry and lead follow-up.
• Maintain cross-functional relationships with CD&D, Regulatory, Customer Service, Procurement, Legal, etc.
• Use web-based reporting tools to improve sales effectiveness.
• Distribute sales leads to the sales team with a targeted approach.
• Assist in communication to assigned team-based customers.
• Maintain records of quotes, sales, activity reports and contracts.
• Provide reporting to sales leadership through Salesforce and analytics tools.
• Adhere to company policies and ethics codes.
• Maintain contact with potential customers for high satisfaction.

Skills

Sales prospecting

CRM systems

Team collaboration

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Description

Nutrition Central Sales Coordinator Intern – Erlanger, KY

Launch Your Career with ADM’s Summer Internship Program

Gain meaningful, hands‑on experience during a rewarding 12-week internship at one of ADM’s North American locations. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the business, develop practical skills and contribute to projects that support real business needs. ADM offers competitive pay for this full‑time, 40‑hour‑per‑week internship. Depending on your assigned location and distance from home, fully furnished housing and transportation assistance may also be provided to help support your transition.

Why ADM?

• Join an award‑winning early career program designed to help students build professional skills, explore career interests and gain exposure to ADM’s business and culture.
• Work for a global leader connecting farmers, customers and consumers through an extensive agricultural supply chain.
• Gain meaningful experience with a company focused on innovation, sustainability and strengthening the global food system.
• Build connections with colleagues, mentors and fellow interns across ADM.

Internship Program Requirements

• Education: Currently pursuing a four‑year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Academic performance: Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Geographic flexibility: Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America.
• Availability: Must be available for a 12‑week internship from mid‑May through early August 2027.
• Background check: Successful completion of a background check is required.Work authorization: ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Professional Development and Internship Benefits

• Expand your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses, language training and mentoring programs.
• Participate in Employee Resource Groups that promote connection, support and professional growth.
• Access ADM’s Employee Assistance Program for resources supporting personal and professional well‑being.
• Attend professional development sessions focused on career readiness, networking, personal branding and building a professional digital presence.
• Connect with ADM leaders, colleagues and fellow interns across the organization.
• Be considered for a future internship or full‑time opportunity based on performance and business needs.

Job Summary

The Nutrition division of Archer Daniels Midland is searching for a Sales Coordinator for the Central Sales team. This internship will provide exposure and training in prospecting, quoting & negotiation, product applications, virtual selling, and other sales & marketing activities. Nutrition offers a range of innovative ingredients for the beverage, food, supplement, and personal care markets. As a global market leader in food proteins, ADM’s Nutrition group also manufactures numerous health and nutrition products, flavors, colors, lecithin, and polyols.

Job Responsibilities

• We are looking for a talented and competitive team member who thrives in a fast paced, complex sales environment.
• Sourcing and managing new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow‑up and outbound communication while promoting the entire ADM Nutrition portfolio of ingredients for all targeted market segments.
• Develop rapport with broader sales team while actively identifying the appropriate placement for new customer leads based on overall product opportunity.
• Customer management responsibility with sample/opportunity entry, project management, and lead follow up.
• Maintain working relationships with all cross functional support teams including CD&D, Regulatory, Customer Service, Procurement, Legal, etc.
• Use of web‑based reporting tools to improve overall sales effectiveness.
• Prepares targeted approach and process to effectively distribute sales leads and prospects to sales team.
• Assists in communication and customer support to all assigned team‑based customers.
• Maintains accurate records of all quotes, sales, activity reports and contract balances.
• Provide detailed reporting to sales leadership through the use of Salesforce.com and other analytical tools.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes.
• Maintains constant contact with all potential customers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location.

Excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification listed? We encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this position or another opportunity at ADM.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non‑exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$21.00 - $24.00

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non‑conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry‑advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

114174BR