Technical Account (Sales) Representative Intern

Ingredion Incorporated; White Marsh (MD); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Total rewards package

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated invites a Technical Sales Representative Intern to join our Virtual Sales Team. You will interact directly with small and medium customers, offering ingredient recommendations for food & beverage applications and supporting prospecting, account research, CRM management, pipeline tracking, and sales operations.

This internship provides hands-on experience in business development, customer engagement, and revenue generation within a fast-paced sales environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food or Chemical Engineering or related field with GPA ≥3.0.
• Must have completed at least two years of coursework (sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior).
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Available to work 40 hours per week during the internship term.

Responsibilities

• Interact with small and medium customers and provide ingredient recommendations.
• Support prospecting, account research, CRM management, pipeline tracking, and sales operations.
• Collaborate with sales team and cross-functional partners to drive opportunities across the portfolio.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree progress in Food Science/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

**About Ingredion:**Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.Location: Bridgewater, NJ / White Marsh, MDWorkplace type: HybridIngredion is looking for a Technical Sales Representative Intern who will be part of our Virtual Sales Team. In this role, you will interact directly with our small and medium customers, providing them with ingredient recommendations for their food & beverage applications. The Inside Sales Intern will support the sales team by assisting with prospecting, account research, CRM management, pipeline tracking, and sales operations activities. This role offers hands-on experience in business development, customer engagement, and sales strategy while providing exposure to a fast-paced sales organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical and eager to learn about sales, customer management, and revenue generation. **What you will do:*** You will be managing customers directly and developing new opportunities. You will be working across our entire portfolio, including starches, plant-based proteins, sugar-reduction solutions, and hydrocolloids.* You will be joining a large team of peers and enjoying significant on-the-job training and support. This role provides high visibility within Ingredion including exposure to field Sales, Technical Service, R&D, Customer Service, etc. **What you will bring:**This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about building relationships with customers and has a technical degree, such as Food Science. The role is a springboard for career growth at Ingredion.* Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food or Chemical Engineering or a related field with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is preferred.* Must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.* Ability to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term.* Experience with hands-on food concept development with laboratory and/or pilot plant equipment is a plus.* Knowledge of common food processes, food ingredient functionality and ingredient interactions is preferred.* Excellent planning skills, highly organized, detail oriented and can multitask.* Familiarity with experimental design, statistical data analysis and interpretation of results.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills* Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day.* Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams).## **To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:*** Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.* Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s degree program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.* If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at ww.ingredion.com/careers.## ## **Why Join Ingredion?**Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:* Total Rewards Package – competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location* Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL* Intern Coaching Program – pairing with a mentor to coach development and integration in Ingredion’s culture* Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy* Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally* Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travelPay Range: $22-26 USD/hr