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Ignite Technical Sales-InternIowa Staffing • Ames, IA, US
Ignite Technical Sales-Intern

Ignite Technical Sales-Intern

Iowa Staffing • Ames, IA, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Ignite Technical Sales-Intern

The Technical Sales Intern will join the IGNITE Internship Program, a 12-week structured, cohort-based experience designed to attract and develop early talent. In this role, you will gain hands-on exposure to OEM Sales, including how we collaborate directly with OEMs to understand application needs, support new product introductions, and build long-term customer partnerships. You will participate in customer meetings, on-site visits, solution discussions, and account management support activities under the guidance of experienced sales and engineering professionals. This internship is intentionally structured to support learning and growth. You will receive training on Danfoss products and system applications, coaching on communication and relationship-building, and opportunities to learn from peers and leaders across the organization. From your first day, you will be paired with a peer buddy and supported by a mentor to guide your development.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Support OEM development through opportunity tracking, customer follow-up, and sales engagement activities.
  • Gain exposure to account management tasks such as pricing support, quoting, pipeline updates, and customer communication.
  • Participate in customer meetings, calls and field visits to learn relationship-building and value-selling techniques.
  • Gather and communicate market intelligence using CRM and sales enablement tools to support channel planning and competitive position.
  • Collaborate with Application Engineering and Product Management teams to learn how product decisions align to customer needs and application requirements.
  • Network with senior leaders and peers through cohort learning sessions, and professional development workshops.

What We're Looking For

Required (basic) qualifications :

  • Current full-time undergraduate student (B.Sc.) in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Completion of at least sophomore year by the start of the internship (rising junior or senior).
  • Interest in learning about solution selling, customer engagement, and equipment manufacturer decision-making. No prior sales experience required.
  • Energetic, eager to learn, with a passion for engineering and technology.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, both now and in the future.
  • Job Criteria :

  • Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced settings.
  • Organized and adaptable to changing priorities and tasks.
  • Comfortable engaging with customers in person and during field visits.
  • Must be available to work on-site at our new Danfoss Minneapolis Campus (Plymouth, MN) or our Ames, IA facility.
  • Relocation is not available for this position.
  • Start Date : May 18, 2026
  • Hourly rate of $20-$25 per hour based on years of educational experience.
  • What You'll Get from Us :

  • We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  • You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
  • We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
  • You'll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking aboutwe think they're pretty great.
  • Ready to Make a Difference?

    If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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