Intern - Sales

<strong>United Rentals is the world's largest equipment rental company, three times the size of any provider, with locations in 49 states and 10 Canadian provinces. We are experiencing&nbsp; growth in the California Bay Area and are hiring for the following types of positions and more: Service Technician/Mechanic, Sales Representative, Equipment Associate, and CDL Driver.</strong>

Hayward, CA

United Rentals - Bay Area, CA

<strong>United Rentals is the world's largest equipment rental company, three times the size of any provider, with locations in 49 states and 10 Canadian provinces. We are experiencing&nbsp; growth in the California Bay Area and are hiring for the following types of positions and more: Service Technician/Mechanic, Sales Representative, Equipment Associate, and CDL Driver.<br /><br />For a sneak peek of our open positions, see below. Click on any of these opportunities to learn more about that position and to apply. For a full list of our open positions, please visit: <a href="https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/</a><br /><br /></strong> https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/

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Temporary Full-Time

Overview: United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in the world, is offering an excellent opportunity for a branch Intern who is ready to grow their career with the leading company in the industry. To continue our tremendous success and unparalleled growth, we are searching for qualified and ambitious individuals to learn the various types of equipment and their applications, while providing superior customer service. This position will also learn the sales process by spending time in both inside and outside sales with a continuous focus on customer service excellence. The intern will leave this position with invaluable skills and industry knowledge of United Rentals, with the goal of becoming a Sales Associate upon receipt of degree.&nbsp;
Responsibilities: The duties of the Branch Intern will vary by department and may include: <br /> <ul> <li>Participation in safety training to ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn, safe handling of equipment, safety policies and procedures are adhered to, etc.</li> <li>Participation in the operational efficiency of the branch work flow in the yard. This will include equipment check-in, washing of equipment, assisting customers, etc.</li> <li>Shadowing of inside sales and outside sales positions to learn the roles and responsibilities of each and the importance United Rentals places on the focus of the customers.</li> <li>Training on systems: RentalMan, Salesforce.com, etc.</li> <li>Participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings, ride-alongs, work sessions, conference calls and webex meetings</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Prior relevant work experience preferred.</li> <li>Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills.</li> <li>Strong analytical and financial analysis skills.</li> <li>High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.</li> <li>Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments/project components simultaneously.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and also as part of a team.</li> <li>Self-motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgency.</li> <li>Must be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or related major.</li> <li>Other duties assigned as needed.&nbsp;</li> </ul>