Engineering Technical Sales Intern

About the Role

Ecolab is seeking Engineering Technical Sales Interns to join our summer 2027 technical sales internship program. This 11-week paid internship program begins on Tuesday, June 1st.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete an independent project(s) to yield calculated ROI.
• Complete safety training & technical lessons introducing water treatment applications.
• Observe and participate in service provided to customers to assure accurate chemical application, process optimization, and documentation.
• Complete introductory training of the consultative sales approach.
• Visit multiple customer sites across the region (40-100% of training time spent in field) to learn best practices and types of unit applications and treatment approaches.
• Build key relationships and interaction with departments and personnel critical to success in the field.
• Work within various regional sales districts and customer locations to build specific technical knowledge and gain sales experience.
• Provide routine service support to Sales Representatives.
• May be subject to testing for Boilers, Cooling towers, Closed loops, R.O., and filtration.
• Identify and propose solutions to preserve energy and water, minimize customer environmental footprint, and increase productivity.
• Combine a traditional engineering approach with a consultative sales approach focused on strong account leadership skills and retention of strategic accounts.
• Build long-term relationships with a large customer base by understanding their key business drivers, providing strategic resolution through hands-on problem solving, and offering new digital technology solutions.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Pursuing undergraduate degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Industrial) graduating in December 2027 or Summer 2028.
• Position requires a valid US Driver’s License and acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Access to a personal vehicle.
• Willing to relocate within the United States. Nationwide locations available.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Opportunity for a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Position requires lifting/pushing/carrying up to 50 pounds chest high.
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role.

Compensation Range: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour