Sales Intern - Military Veterans
at John Deere
Summary
Interns will gain hands-on, real-world experience in Sales, Precision Construction, Parts and Service by working alongside industry-leading professionals. Interns will develop skills in a professional environment, learn about every part of the dealership, and build a strong foundation for their future career. This program gives interns the chance to see how different departments work together and provides a better understanding of where an interns unique skills and personality will be best suited for their future career. We offer competitive wages and great hands-on experience. When you graduate, full-time opportunities are available to continue your growth and development.
Essential Functions
- Flexible to working in different departments throughout the summer.
- Responsibilities will change as intern rotates through the Sales, Precision Construction, Parts, and Service Departments.
- Interest in working in the markets we serve in a customer-facing position
- Assist with any special projects, research, data collection, and sales reporting.
- Computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
- Energetic, forward thinking, and creative with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
- Must be able to work independently and in a team setting
- Listens and responds constructively to others ideas.
Employee must be able to do occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
Education/Work Experience
- Must be a current student pursuing a Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college with an emphasis on Business, Construction Management, Agriculture Mechanization, or Agriculture business/marketing.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
- Previous experience in construction or agriculture industry a plus.
United States / Remote
We at John Deere are passionate about finding a way to give back to those who have served our Country. Working for a John Deere dealership or factory is bigger than just a job. It's growth in oneself, on a path to achieving all you hoped to accomplish. It's pride in your community, from the first customer you serve to supporting the community. It's knowing that what you do helps to feed, clothe, and shelter the world. It all starts with you. Starting here. Starting now!
Interested in joining the industry's best? At John Deere, veterans will find:
• A higher sense of purpose – helping those the farmers and infra-structure workers that feed and shelter the world
• A team-based environment focused on supporting the customer
• A never-ending desire for continuous improvement - We are looking for leaders, change agents, different perspectives
• Market leading pay and benefits
John Deere actively welcomes transitioning active duty service members to participate in internship opportunities at our dealership and factory locations across the United States. Timing of the internship is mutually agreed upon between the service member, her/his commander. Potential opportunities include:
• Dealer technicians – Nationwide opportunities
• Factory production roles at 16 major facilities– assembly, welders, machinists, skilled trades
• Support roles – IT, supply chain, logistics, engineering, human resources
How to apply:
Check out our open opportunities to the right for more information and to apply.
Once you click ‘Apply Now’, John Deere will receive a notification with your information. In order to be considered for next steps, please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once John Deere reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.
Discuss Your Career Options with a Veteran at John Deere Today!
All interested service members and veterans can learn more and fill out a contact card at https://www.deere.com/MilitaryCSP. We will connect you with a John Deere veteran to discuss all potential options/matches.