Tech Sales Intern — Food & Beverage (Hybrid)

Ecolab; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401k

Education assistance program

Job summary

Ecolab is hiring Technical Sales Interns for a 11-week summer 2027 internship in the Food & Beverage sector. The role involves supporting Account Managers in plant environments, focusing on food safety, sanitation, and product quality.

The program offers hands-on projects, leadership exposure, and potential full-time opportunities after graduation. Remote-friendly with relocation assistance and a hybrid work arrangement based in the United States.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, or chemistry with an anticipated graduation date December 2027 or May/June 2028
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
• Position requires a valid US Driver’s License and acceptable motor vehicle record

Responsibilities

• Work closely with existing Account Managers in customer plant environments, focusing on food safety and food quality using sanitation products and processes
• Learn the daily responsibilities of an Ecolab Account Manager and work on value-added projects over the summer
• Cultivate business relationships with all levels of plant staff through professional demeanor and interpersonal skills
• Apply mechanical aptitude to repair, adjust, test and install Ecolab dispensing systems and CIP equipment
• Monitor product performance and adjust chemical concentration levels to improve operational efficiency
• Provide industry expertise and training to customers regarding plant sanitation procedures and food safety/quality
• Introduce new product/service offerings to existing accounts to help disinfect surfaces in a plant facility
• Learn how to prospect to generate new business

Education

Bachelor's degree in dairy, food or agricultural science, engineering, or chemistry

Job description

Ecolab is hiring Technical Sales Interns for a 11-week summer 2027 internship in the Food & Beverage sector. The role involves supporting Account Managers in plant environments, focusing on food safety, sanitation, and product quality.

The program offers hands-on projects, leadership exposure, and potential full-time opportunities after graduation. Remote-friendly with relocation assistance and a hybrid work arrangement based in the United States.