Sales Intern - Summer 2027 - Paid Internship

Crown; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation, a global lift truck manufacturer, is seeking a Summer Internship in Pre-Sales/Business Management. You will participate in lead generation, qualify prospects, and support sales activities for customers in the Greensboro area.

The role involves telemarketing, follow-up on inquiries, and cross-department collaboration, with training opportunities and exposure to the full sales cycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working toward a bachelor degree, preferably in business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, or a related business program.
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, and computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and the ability to safely operate lift trucks for product demos.

Responsibilities

• Participate in lead generation, making sales calls to qualify prospects, proposal and follow-up, and possibly closing sales.
• May be involved in telemarketing efforts, and/or tracking and follow-up of sales leads and inquiries.
• May assist related departments such as rental, allied, and accounts receivable as needed.
• Participate in training activities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing bachelor's degree in business/marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Location:

Greensboro, NC, US, 27235

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide and more than 500 retail locations in over 80 countries. Our global sales and service network provides our customers with a local resource for a wide variety of quality material handling equipment, fleet management solutions, warehouse products and support services to meet their needs anytime, anywhere.

Job Posting External

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in lead generation, making sales calls to qualify prospects, proposal and follow-up, and possibly closing sales.
• May be involved in telemarketing efforts, and/or tracking and follow-up of sales leads and inquiries.
• May assist related departments such as rental, allied, and accounts receivable as needed.
• Participate in training activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working toward a bachelor degree, preferably in business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, professional selling, or a related business program
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, and computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation, and ability to work in a team environment
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and the ability to safely operate lift trucks for product demos

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

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