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.
