Sales Intern- Summer 2025

Sales Intern- Summer 2025 | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Intern | Salary Non-Exempt | $20.00 - 24.00

Why Choose
an Internship with The Shyft Group:

Interning with The
Shyft Group provides students with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves
in the specialty vehicle industry, where innovation and excellence are at the
forefront. As an intern, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work
environment that prioritizes mentorship and professional growth. You'll work
alongside seasoned professionals who are eager to share their expertise,
guiding you through hands-on projects that have real-world impact. The Shyft
Group is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of talent by
offering comprehensive training, valuable networking opportunities, and
exposure to cutting-edge technologies. Joining The Shyft Group means gaining
not just industry experience, but also positioning yourself for a promising
career within a forward-thinking organization that invests in your success.

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll gain:

As a Sales
Intern, you will gain valuable knowledge and experience in the field through
hands-on activities, coaching, and projects. A few learning opportunities
include:

Customer Engagement: Assisting in identifying and engaging potential customers through various sales channels, including phone calls, emails, and social media.

Sales Support: Supporting the sales team with administrative tasks such as preparing sales presentations, proposals, and contracts.

Market Research: Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and
competitor activity to help inform sales strategies.

Lead Generation: Helping to generate and qualify leads to build a robust sales pipeline.

CRM Management: Support the team by updating and maintaining CRM systems (e.g.,
Microsoft Dynamics) to ensure data integrity and track sales progress.

Sales Reporting: Analyze and interpret sales data to provide actionable insights, identifying
opportunities for improvement and growth.

Product Knowledge: Gaining a deep understanding of the company's products and services to effectively communicate their value to customers.

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams such as marketing, customer
service, and product development to ensure alignment on sales initiatives and customer
experience strategies.

What you need to be successful:

Education:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, in a field related to the internship
Minimum GPA requirement of a 3.0

Skills:
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Basic project management or organizational skills.

Personal Attributes:
Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part
of a team.
Willingness to learn and take initiative.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Positive attitude and adaptability to new challenges.

Availability:
Willingness to commit to the internship duration, typically 10-12
weeks for a summer internship.
Ability to work in the location where the internship is offered.

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.