Sales & Strategy Intern – Remote, Travel-Ready 12 Weeks

NWU; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel compensated

Job summary

NWU is seeking a motivated student for a 12-week summer internship in Des Moines, IA. You will gain hands-on field sales experience, work with local sales teams, and lead strategic projects aligned with your studies. You will support distributor events and engage with operators through shows and meetings.

Travel to in-person events is required and will be compensated. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a bachelor's program in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or related field,

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a bachelor's program in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Anticipated graduation in December 2027 or May 2028; GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-week summer internship (May 24 – Aug 13, 2027) with hands-on field sales experience.
• Lead strategic projects aligned with studies and present outcomes to senior leadership.
• Support distributor and operator events and assist with on-the-ground sales activities.
• Engage operators through food shows, distributor meetings, and product sampling.
• Build cross-functional relationships within the company and with customers to drive sales growth.
• Contribute to sales strategy development and market analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance understanding of sales processes.
• Travel to in-person sales events and meetings; travel will be compensated.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Time management

Analytical skills

Travel readiness

Adaptability

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree program in Business Management or related field

Job description

NWU is seeking a motivated student for a 12-week summer internship in Des Moines, IA. You will gain hands-on field sales experience, work with local sales teams, and lead strategic projects aligned with your studies. You will support distributor events and engage with operators through shows and meetings.

Travel to in-person events is required and will be compensated. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a bachelor's program in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or related field,