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Sales Intern

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Annapolis
    Remote

Requirements

  • Qualifications:
  • You’re an outgoing, self-motivated, flexible, well-organized person who is both empathetic and personable. You understand customers, so know the work schedule may include evenings and weekends. You can meet our academic, travel, and other requirements.
  • Academic:
  • Preferred applicants will be full-time students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program related to sales, business, communication, economics, sports management, entrepreneurial studies, marketing, or engineering. Will consider December 2024 graduates.
  • Completion of sophomore year in good academic standing.
  • Required to take a semester off from school to pursue the internship if not a graduate. Duration of internship will be a semester and a summer.
  • Must be able to commit to at least 40 hours per week. Overtime will be required, as needed, to support special events and travel.
  • Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for this internship.
  • Travel:
  • Willing to travel up to 30% of time (50 days). Generally, 4-11 trips ranging from 2-25 days including weekends with average being 9 days away.
  • Ability to travel by air and ground. Valid driver's license. Motor vehicle records will be checked. Must be able to meet and maintain Daktronics Qualified Driver status.
  • Ground travel includes Durangos and/or small and large trucks.
  • Physically able to connect trailer to vehicle.
  • Be able to operate large trucks with or without trailers safely in various weather and traffic conditions.
  • Comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements for operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV):
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Obtain state and company certification to operate a CMV with a gross vehicle weight rating from 10,001 to 26,001 pounds.
  • Employees will be required to participate in a driver exam road test.
  • Pass a medical exam, which includes drug test.
  • Other:
  • Position based in Annapolis, MD, working from a home-based office.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Spanish or French helpful.
  • Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Learn sales strategies including inside sales, business-to-business (B2B), service sales, and advertising sales
  • Job shadow our professional sales team
  • Demonstrate products, visit customers, may attend trade shows
  • Give customer presentations
  • Conduct research
  • Generate and track leads
  • Learn sales operation processes
  • Contribute to Daktronics Intern Group
  • Monthly luncheons
  • Attend Toastmasters
  • Recruiting events
  • Give internship capstone presentation and attend colleagues’ presentations
  • Experience manufacturing through production rotation
  • Build and maintain professional relationships

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Sales Intern at Daktronics?

As a Sales Intern at Daktronics, you will learn sales strategies, job shadow the professional sales team, demonstrate products, conduct research, generate and track leads, and contribute to the Daktronics Intern Group through various activities. You may also experience manufacturing through production rotation and build professional relationships.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship runs from January 13, 2025, to May 16, 2025.

Is there a possibility of adjusting the internship dates?

Yes, if your university quarter/semester doesn't end until after these dates, an alternate schedule may be considered.

What is the pay range for this internship?

The typical hiring pay for this position is between $18.40/hour and $23.75/hour, depending on various factors including education and experience.

Are there any benefits offered to interns?

Yes, interns are eligible for benefits including an employee discount program, employee assistance program, community donation program, unpaid time off, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, leaves, disability, and accommodations.

What are the travel requirements for this internship?

The position requires willingness to travel up to 30% of the time, which generally includes 4-11 trips ranging from 2-25 days, including weekends.

What academic qualifications are preferred for applicants?

Preferred applicants are full-time students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program related to sales, business, communication, economics, sports management, entrepreneurial studies, marketing, or engineering, and must have completed at least their sophomore year in good academic standing.

Is prior experience in sales required for this internship?

No prior sales experience is explicitly required, but a passion for sales and strong communication skills are important.

Can interns work part-time hours?

No, interns must be able to commit to at least 40 hours per week, and overtime may be required as needed to support special events and travel.

Does Daktronics sponsor visas for this position?

No, Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this internship position.

What skills are important for this internship?

Important skills for this internship include excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to build professional relationships, and being outgoing, self-motivated, and well-organized. Knowledge of Spanish or French is helpful but not required.

What are the transportation requirements for this position?

The intern must be able to travel by air and ground, possess a valid driver's license, and must be able to meet and maintain Daktronics Qualified Driver status, including operating large trucks safely in various conditions.

Where is the office location for this internship?

The position is based in Annapolis, MD, working from a home-based office.

Experience the Daktronics Difference

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1968
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Daktronics is a global leader in designing and manufacturing electronic scoreboards, programmable display systems, and large-scale LED video displays. The company provides innovative visual communication solutions for sports venues, transportation systems, and commercial markets. Their ultimate mission is to enhance communication and engagement through reliable and high-quality display technology. Daktronics aims to help organisations effectively convey information and captivate audiences worldwide.

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