United Rentals · 6 days ago
Sales Intern (Paid)
Starkville, MS
Internship
Onsite
InternUnited Rentals is the world’s largest equipment rental provider, offering opportunities for career growth. The Sales Intern role involves learning the sales process through inside and outside sales, focusing on customer service excellence and gaining industry knowledge with the goal of becoming a Sales Associate upon receipt of a degree.
CommercialConstructionFleet ManagementIndustrialRental
Responsibilities
Participation in safety training to ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn, safe handling of equipment, safety policies and procedures are adhered to, etc
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
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
Training on systems: RentalMan, Salesforce.com, etc
Participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings, ride-alongs, work sessions, conference calls and webex meetings
Other duties assigned as needed
Qualification
Required
Prior relevant work experience preferred
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills
Strong analytical and financial analysis skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments/project components simultaneously
Ability to work independently and also as part of a team
Self-motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgency
Must be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or related major
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
United Compassion Fund
Employee Discount Program
Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
Paid Sick Leave
An inclusive and welcoming culture
Company
United Rentals
United Rentals operates as an equipment rental company that provides rental equipment and tools for industrial and construction companies.
Founded in 1997
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (16)
2024 (19)
2023 (10)
2022 (10)
2021 (5)
2020 (10)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.6B2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-03-07Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
1997-12-18IPO
Leadership Team
Matthew J. Flannery
President & CEO
Ted Grace
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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