Sales & Marketing Intern

About Koehler Instrument Company:

Koehler Instrument Company is a leading manufacturer of petroleum and petrochemical testing instruments used in various industries worldwide. We are a dynamic and growing company with a strong commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Sales & Marketing Intern to join our team. This is a paid internship position offering valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities:

Marketing & Sales

• Assisting with marketing campaigns, including social media content creation, email marketing, and website updates.
• Conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Supporting sales efforts by researching potential clients and preparing sales materials.
• Assisting with trade show preparation and event logistics.
• Contributing to the development of marketing collateral, such as brochures, flyers, and presentations.
• Supporting customer relationship management activities.

Sales Activities & Support

• Provide pre-sales support through written and verbal communications to include quotes, product information, product features, competitive comparisons, and demonstration proposals.
• Actively promote and sell products by applying Koehler technical knowledge to the customer’s requirements.
• Provide sales team with quick technical references to help our team sell to our end users and support our distributors.
• Prepare and issue product quotations, proposals, and customer communication through CRM.
• Maximize sales revenue and opportunities, understanding the market and competition, and discounting to meet market price as required and approved.
• Relationship building, key account focus and identification of customer/market needs, particularly within target market segments specified by the sales manager.

Customer Phone Calls and Emails:

• Check emails and phone messages and respond immediately.
• Provide phone support for customers.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems.
• Provide the correct part numbers for spare parts.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, English, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Interest in the industrial or scientific field is a plus.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable real-world experience in sales and marketing.
• Learn about the petroleum and petrochemical industry.
• Work with a dynamic and supportive team.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible work schedule (approximately 25 hours per week).

Start Date: Immediate

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through Handshake.