About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in construction service sales. You will work directly with our service teams to identify new business opportunities and manage existing customer relationships. This is a paid position that involves research, data analysis, and the development of communication strategies to market our services.
What you'll do#
- Identify and pursue new business leads.
- Maintain and grow relationships with current customers.
- Use internal software to research and analyze customer data.
- Collaborate with the service team to build customer communication plans.
- Market the specific services provided by Ahern.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an associate or bachelor degree program, ideally in Business Administration or Marketing.
- Strong computer skills for data research and analysis.
- Proven customer service skills.
- Ability to work in a demanding work environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Rochester, Minnesota.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time internship.
- Term: Rolling start dates.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Ahern
Ahern is a mechanical and fire protection contractor established in 1880. The company handles HVAC, plumbing, building controls, and fire safety systems for commercial and industrial clients. Based in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, it operates as a privately held firm with a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. The business manages new construction, facility retrofits, and system fabrication across the United States.
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