Ecolab is seeking Engineering Technical Sales Interns to partner with experienced Field Sales Representatives to learn our approach to account management, customer service, and how technical expertise is used to solve problems for customers and develop business within an essential industrial business.
This internship aligns with our Nalco Water - Primary Metals business where you will help identify and propose solutions to preserve energy and water, minimize our customers’ environmental footprint and increase productivity. You will combine a traditional engineering approach with a consultative sales approach focused on strong account leadership skills and retention of strategic accounts. You will also learn how to build long-term relationships with a large customer base by understanding their key business drivers, providing strategic resolution through hands-on problem solving, and offering new digital technology solutions.
What’s in it For You:
12-week paid summer internship for you to grow both professionally and personally
The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
Apply what you learn in the classroom to meaningful projects that have genuine business impact
Grow your professional network through one-on-one meetings with Ecolab leaders, professional development workshops, and peer get togethers
Finish your internship with a realistic job preview of what a “day in the life” of an Ecolab associate looks like
Be considered for a full-time job offer (to start upon graduation) at the end of a successful internship with us.
What You Will Do:
Complete an independent project(s) under primary trainer’s direction to yield calculated ROI
Complete safety training & technical lessons that serve as an introduction to water treatment applications
Observe and participate in service as it is provided to customers to assure accurate chemical application, process optimization and documentation
Complete introductory training of the consultative sales approach
Visit multiple customer sites across the region (40-60% of training time spent in field) to learn best practices and types of unit applications and treatment approaches
Build key relationships and interaction with departments and personnel that will be critical to success in the field
Work within various regional sales districts and customer locations to build specific technical knowledge and gain sales experience while helping customers achieve their sustainability goals.
Provide routine service support to Sales Representative. May be subject to testing includes Boilers, Cooling towers, Closed loops, R.O. and filtration.
Position Details:
You will be located in Columbus, MS working with customers in the surrounding area
Relocation assistance is available for those meeting requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Pursuing undergraduate degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Industrial, etc) or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) graduating in December 2025 or Summer 2026
Must have a valid driver's license, access to a personal vehicle, and acceptable motor vehicle record
Willingness & ability to work off hours, including nights
Must be authorized to work in the US without any sponsorship, now or anytime in the future
About Ecolab
A trusted partner at nearly three million commercial customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $13 billion and more than 45,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world.
When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.
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Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.Benefits
Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.