Technical Sales Intern
Are you interested in learning more about sales, technical marketing, and product development? How about all this through a leading chemical manufacturing company located just 30 minutes North of Chicago?
Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients for the food, nutritional and pharmaceutical markets. Our company was founded over 80 years ago and has 19 global manufacturing locations with a support network of over 2000 employees worldwide.
The rotational internship program will introduce you to the following functions within Stepan Surfactants division:
· Marketing Management
· Sales and Sales Management
· Research & Development / Product Development
You will learn the various roles and responsibilities of each department and why they are vital to the current success and continued growth of our company. In turn, you will be given special project assignments in which you will use your skills, systems, tools, and strategies learned in each department to prepare a final research report and presentation to Stepan Management.
Your key activities and experience developed with this internship include:
- Learn key chemistries and apply this knowledge to help evolve market strategies
- Market research support (Competitive Portfolio Assessments, Euromonitor data and trends, Mintel data and trends, technical papers)
- Participate in R&D lab projects to support projects and market research
Successful interns are highly encouraged to apply for our Stepan Sales Trainee Program or other open positions within the organization upon graduation.
Qualifications:
Candidates pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with a minor in Business, Economics, Finance, Sales, Management or Marketing required.
- Solid interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal & written)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Powerpoint
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a highly collaborative team environment
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Duration of Assignment: 10-12 weeks
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.