What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Sales Engineering Intern - IT Channel (Summer 2027) position at Vertiv?
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Technical Sales Intern to join our Technical Sales team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales support, business development, and cross-functional collaboration at the intersection of engineering, business, and customer solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to explore how innovative technologies are applied to solve real-world challenges, create value for customers, and support business growth.
You'll work alongside experienced technical and sales professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop a deeper understanding of how technical expertise and business strategy come together to deliver impactful solutions. We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented student who is eager to learn, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in a technical field or have previous technical sales experience, with strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with Applications Engineers, Field Sales Engineers, and Offering Managers to help develop and optimize new sales tools and processes.
- Support the research, development, and maintenance of product knowledge bases and sales enablement materials.
- Conduct market research and analyze industry trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify business opportunities.
- Observe, learn, and execute key sales support processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in sales meetings, product training sessions, and cross-functional team discussions.
- Prepare professional sales presentations, customer proposals, and supporting documentation to assist the sales team.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Industrial Engineering, Business, Sales, or a related field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical and business concepts effectively.
- Strong work ethic with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking abilities to solve problems and support data-driven decision-making.
- Eagerness to learn, adapt quickly, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive team environment.
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