Technical Sales Summer 2027 Internship (U.S.)

Lincoln Electric; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LincPal Program

Professional Development

Hands-On Training

Networking & Culture

Career Pathway

Job summary

Lincoln Electric’s Technical Sales Internship Program offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven sales environment. Interns will support the sales team by assisting with lead generation, customer outreach, and sales presentations, gaining exposure to the full sales cycle.

This program is designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world experience, with potential placement in major U.S. markets and relocation assistance details provided during onboarding.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in a STEM or Business field.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full‑time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Visit various end users and distributors toidentifykey sales issues
• Participate in hands‑on welding demonstrations
• Promote products at distributor open houses
• Update customers on new products
• Assist Technical Sales Representatives with training end users

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business field

Job description

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Technical Sales Summer 2027 Internship (U.S.)

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Job Title: Technical SalesSummer 2027Internship
Location: Multiple(various sales hubs in the U.S) TargetProgram Dates: May 25 th – August6 th , 2027 Relocation Assistance: While local candidates are preferred, a temporary housing stipend may be available for thoseresidingoutside the immediate area of the internship location.

Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric’s Sales Organization is looking for bright, driven individuals to join our Technical SalesInternshipProgram —designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands‑on experience. As a participant,you’ll Be the Linc between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

• LincPalProgram: Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
• Professional Development: Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
• Hands-On Training: Learn to weld at ourstate-of-the-artWelding Technology Center.
• Networking & Culture: Participatein social events, National Intern Day, and community service.
• Career Pathway: Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities, including our Trainee Development Program.

Overview of the Program

Lincoln Electric’s Technical Sales Internship Program offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven sales environment. Interns will support the sales team by assisting with lead generation, customer outreach, and sales presentations, gaining exposure to the full sales cycle. This role provides opportunities to learn about product offerings, customer relationship management, and sales strategy. Interns will collaborate with each of the region’s Technical Sales Representatives and be responsible for driving two to three key sales projects as determined by the Regional Sales Manager. Internship locations vary each year and are based on business needs. Interns are typically placed in key market areas at major sales hubs across the U.S. Potential locations include: Baton Rouge, LA; Richmond, VA; San Antonio, TX; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Vancouver, WA; Boston, MA; Cleveland, OH; Chicago, IL; and Kansas City, MO. This position requires participation in our Immersion Day at our Cleveland, OH headquarters during one of your first few weeks. Lincoln Electric will provide and cover all travel arrangements and expenses.

What You'll Work On

• Visit various end users and distributors toidentifykey sales issues
• Participate in hands‑on welding demonstrations
• Promote products at distributor open houses
• Update customers on new products
• Assist Technical Sales Representatives with training end users

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing oralreadyachieved a bachelor’s degree in a STEM or Business field
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full‑time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Adegreein business administration, marketing, engineering, communication, or any relatedfields
• Minimumoverall GPA of2.8
• Sophomore status or higher
• Ability to travel for training and field visits
• Interest in sales, technical/field service, and customer support
• Willingness to collaborate across departments (engineering, product management, sales)

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Houston
Job Segment: Welding, CRM, Field Service, Machinist, Manufacturing, Technology