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United Rentals

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Romulus

AI generated summary

  • You should have relevant experience, strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, high proficiency in Microsoft Office, and be pursuing a BA/BS in sales or a related major.
  • You will engage in safety training, assist with equipment handling, shadow sales roles, learn systems, and participate in meetings and teamwork activities as needed.

Requirements

  • Prior relevant work experience preferred
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills.
  • Strong analytical and financial analysis skills
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments/project components simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently and also as part of a team
  • Self-motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgency
  • Must be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or related major
  • This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Participation in safety training to ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn, safe handling of equipment, safety policies and procedures are adhered to, etc.
  • Participation in the operational efficiency of the branch work flow in the yard. This will include equipment check-in, washing of equipment, assisting customers, etc.
  • Shadowing of inside sales and outside sales positions to learn the roles and responsibilities of each and the importance United Rentals places on the focus of the customers.
  • Training on systems: RentalMan, Salesforce.com, etc.
  • Participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings, ride-alongs, work sessions, conference calls and webex meetings
  • Other duties assigned as needed

FAQs

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this is a paid internship.

What are the requirements to apply for the Sales Intern position?

Applicants must be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or a related major and should possess strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, among other qualifications.

Where is this internship located?

The internship is available in various locations, including Fort Wayne, IN; Grand Rapids, MI; Romulus, MI; Saginaw, MI; South Bend, IN; Perrysburg, OH; and Utica, MI.

What skills will I learn during the internship?

You will learn the sales process through shadowing inside and outside sales roles, as well as gain experience with customer service excellence, safety training, and operational efficiency.

Are there opportunities for career advancement after the internship?

Yes, the goal is to become a Sales Associate upon receipt of your degree, and there are career development and promotional opportunities available within the company.

Is prior relevant work experience required?

Prior relevant work experience is preferred, but not mandatory.

What does a typical day look like for a Sales Intern?

A typical day may include participating in safety training, assisting with equipment handling, shadowing sales roles, and learning various systems like RentalMan and Salesforce.com.

Are there any employee benefits associated with this internship?

Yes, employees receive best-in-class benefits including paid parental leave, sick leave, an employee discount program, and more.

Is this position considered safety sensitive?

Yes, this position is deemed safety sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.

What type of training will I receive during my internship?

You will receive training related to safety protocols, sales processes, systems such as RentalMan and Salesforce.com, as well as participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings.

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United Rentals

The official page for United Rentals, Inc. - the largest rental equipment provider in the world.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
1-10
Employees
1997
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As North America’s largest equipment rental company, with 1300+ stores in the United States and Canada, we serve construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and communities, with the goal of fulfilling customer needs and surpassing expectations. We go beyond equipment. We are the world’s largest fleet of problem solvers, with best-in-class specialty solutions, safety training and 24/7 support to empower your success. For more updates - Follow us on Twitter: www.UnitedRentals.com/Twitter Like us on Facebook: www.UnitedRentals.com/Facebook Join us on Google+: www.UnitedRentals.com/Google See more videos: www.UnitedRentals.com/YouTube