Intern - Sales Training - ( 2500013 ) **Description** **CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES, INC.** Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to building challenges that architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in all our product categories. Our products are a part of some of the most iconic buildings around the world–from the world’s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, to the Oculus at the World Trade Center Transit Hub in Manhattan. If you want to work in an inspiring atmosphere and collaborate with customers and colleagues to solve challenges, we're the right place for you. CS: People. Buildings. Better. _Equal opportunity is not only the law but is the basis of how we ensure that our workplace fosters an environment of fairness, equality, and respect. It is the policy of Construction Specialties to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. In addition, Construction Specialties will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on our operations._ **SCOPE OF POSITION** We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Sales Training Summer Intern to join our team and support key projects that will enhance the efficiency and impact of our sales training efforts. This year, the internship will focus on contributing to three critical projects: the Product Knowledge (PK) Simplification Project, Competitor SWOT Analysis, and the Sales Competencies Framework. This role offers a dynamic and hands-on opportunity to work alongside our Learning and Development team, providing valuable contributions to initiatives that drive sales team success. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Product Knowledge Simplification Project:** + Conduct research and develop Product Knowledge Simplification Sheets to streamline product information for sales teams. + Create cheat sheets summarizing key product features, benefits, value propositions, elevator pitches, and competitive awareness for each product. **Competitor SWOT Analysis:** + Research key competitors and develop detailed SWOT analyses to help sales teams better differentiate our products. + Highlight competitive advantages and opportunities for leveraging product strengths against competitors’ weaknesses. **Sales Competencies Framework:** + Support the ongoing refinement and development of the Sales Competencies Framework, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and sales team needs. **Process Optimization:** + Identify areas for improvement within the sales training process and propose actionable solutions. + Assist in implementing enhancements to improve the efficiency and impact of training programs. **Support for Sales Training Events:** + Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing training events for sales teams. + Provide logistical support to ensure smooth delivery of training sessions. **Qualifications** **KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION:** (Minimum Education and/or Experience required) + **Educational Background:** A rising junior or senior currently pursuing a degree in Organizational Development, Marketing, Sales, or a related discipline. + **Collaboration:** Ability to work effectively with remote colleagues and cross-functional teams. + **Initiative:** Able to take direction, demonstrate initiative, and work independently to complete assigned tasks. + **Detail-Oriented:** Strong attention to detail and follow-through on projects and tasks. + **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in MS Office, cloud-based storage platforms, collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams), and Learning & Development software is a plus. + **Relevant Coursework/Experience:** Classes or experience in project management, marketing/sales, visual or learning design, research, survey design, and internal communications are highly desirable. + **Sales Experience:** Prior sales experience and an understanding of the sales process is a plus. + Hybrid (3 days office, 2 WFH). + **Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.** + **Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.** **Primary Location** : US-NJ-Lebanon **Job Type** : HR **Req ID:** 2500013