Sales Intern - Final Mile

Werner Enterprises, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 39 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Résumé du poste

Werner Enterprises is offering an 11-week paid summer Intermodal Sales Internship in Omaha, NE. You will gain hands-on experience in transportation sales, business development, strategy, analytics, and operations.

You will work with our commercial team to support growth initiatives across Final Mile and Intermodal, with exposure to inside and outside sales, GTM strategy, and market research. A comprehensive rotation includes Sales Operations, Support, Rating, Engineering, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in sales, networking, and relationship building.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort interacting with customers and partners.
• Interest in using data to support business decisions.

Responsabilités

• Partner with outside sales professionals to identify and pursue growth opportunities within Final Mile and Intermodal.
• Research new industries, customer segments and markets for vertical diversification and growth.
• Support prospecting and lead-generation efforts, including researching prospective customers and tracking results.
• Evaluate current GTM strategy and market position; develop recommendations to grow market share.
• Participate in rotational training across key areas of the commercial organization.
• Learn how Salesforce CRM supports sales activity, pipeline management, reporting, and decision-making.
• Utilize Salesforce and Tableau to analyze sales data and identify insights.
• Collaborate with Finance, Marketing, Account Management, Operations on strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance customer experience.
• Support ad hoc analysis and summer projects; present findings to leaders at internship end.
• Visiting intermodal yards and observing loading/handling processes.
• Tour Final Mile operations and load-out processes.
• Spend time with operations leaders and drive teams.
• See how sales commitments translate into real-world customer solutions.

Connaissances

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Sales interest

Team player

Detail oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Curiosity

Adaptability

Customer interaction

Data-driven decisions

Formation

Business Administration degree

Outils

Salesforce

Tableau

Description du poste

Join Werner Enterprises for an 11-week paid summer internship designed to give you meaningful, hands-on experience in transportation sales, business development, strategy, analytics, and operations.

As an Intermodal Sales Intern, you will work directly with our commercial organization to support growth initiatives across Werner's Final Mile and Intermodal businesses. You will gain exposure to both inside and outside sales, while contributing to projects involving market research, go-to-market strategy, vertical diversification, sales operations, and business development.

This internship is designed to provide a comprehensive view of how a transportation company identifies opportunities, develops customers, supports sales, and delivers solutions in the marketplace.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with outside sales professionals to identify and pursue growth opportunities within our Final Mile and Intermodal businesses.
• Research new industries, customer segments, and markets to identify opportunities for vertical diversification and future growth.
• Support prospecting and lead-generation efforts, including researching prospective customers, assisting with outreach, and tracking results and learnings.
• Evaluate our current go-to-market (GTM) strategy and market position and develop recommendations to help grow market share.
• Participate in rotational training across key areas of the commercial organization, including Sales Operations, Sales Support, Rating, Engineering, and Operations.
• Learn how Salesforce CRM supports sales activity, pipeline management, reporting, and decision‑making.
• Utilize tools such as Salesforce and Tableau to analyze sales data and identify actionable insights.
• Partner with Finance, Marketing, Account Management, Operations, and other cross‑functional teams on strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the customer experience.
• Support ad hoc analysis, special projects, and other business initiatives throughout the summer.
• Present project findings and recommendations to leaders at the conclusion of the internship.
• Visiting an intermodal yard
• Observing container loading and handling processes
• Touring Final Mile operations and load‑out processes
• Spending time with operations leaders and drive teams
• Seeing how sales commitments translate into real‑world customer solutions

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or other related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Interest in sales, networking, and relationship building
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced environment
• Comfort interacting with customers and business partners
• Interest in using data to support business decisions

Internship Experience & Development

• Lessons with Leaders sessions
• Dedicated mentor program
• Intern networking and social activities
• Community support events
• Cross‑functional networking
• Summer project proposal and final presentation
  We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.