Concrete Industry Management - Sales Intern

Summer 2025!

As a Sales Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting our sales team, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the ready-mix concrete industry. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn about the entire sales process, from lead generation to closing deals, while working closely with seasoned professionals in the field.

Responsible For:

• Market Research and Analysis:
  • Research potential clients, competitors, and market trends.
  • Analyze data to identify new business opportunities and target markets.
• Lead Generation:
  • Assist in identifying and qualifying sales leads through various channels.
  • Collaborate with the sales team to build and maintain a robust lead pipeline.
• Sales Support:
  • Provide administrative support to the sales team, including the preparation of sales materials, presentations, and proposals.
  • Attend client meetings and industry events to gain exposure to customer interactions.
• CRM Management:
  • Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) tools to organize and track sales activities.
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions and transactions.
• Customer Engagement:
  • Communicate with clients to understand their needs, address inquiries, and provide information about our ready-mix concrete products and services.
  • Assist in building and maintaining positive, long-term relationships with clients.

What we are looking for:

• Currently enrolled in the Concrete Industry Management Program at South Dakota State University
• Familiarity with all commonly used computer software (MS OfficeSuite, etc.).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• A basic understanding of sales principles and techniques is a plus.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. Not sure if you meet all the requirements, apply to learn more!