Summer Internship Program

Job Description

About Company

Lensa is a career site that facilitates job seekers in finding employment opportunities within the US. It operates as a platform that promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners, rather than being a staffing firm or agency that directly hires for these positions. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this specific job for Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED).

Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) is one of the nation’s leading, privately held electrical distributors, boasting over 700 locations across the country. CED specializes in distributing electrical products and offering value-added services to a diverse range of customers in the commercial, residential, industrial, and solar markets. Their products and services are integral to powering homes, buildings, and supporting the manufacture of everyday items. CED is committed to quality, upholding core values of service, integrity, and reliability, which has established them as one of the largest distributors of electrical products and services in the nation. CED is also an Equal Opportunity Employer that supports individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Job Description: Summer Internship Program

Job Title: Summer Internship Program
Job ID: 202532760002
Department: Houston – CED
Location: TX-Houston

Summary of the Program:
The Summer Internship Program at CED offers a competitive, paid, rotational internship designed to provide interns with hands-on experience in various facets of the electrical industry. Interns will gain insights from different perspectives by rotating through key operational areas. A significant aspect of the internship involves completing real projects for profit center managers, directly influencing decision-making within the company. This program offers a unique opportunity to understand CED’s culture and explore potential career paths. The internship reports directly to a Training Manager and does not involve supervisory responsibilities.

Areas of Experience & Rotations:
Interns will gain practical experience and exposure in multiple aspects of company operations, including:
• Warehousing & Logistics
• Inventory control & Quality assurance
• Customer Relations
• Purchasing Logistics
• Financial Planning
• Management & Project Management
• Inside/Outside sales

Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future).

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software.

Additional Competencies & Desired Skills:
CED is seeking talented individuals who are driven, enthusiastic, and highly motivated. Desired competencies include:
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to solve problems.
• A self-starter who can manage a heavy volume of work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Working Conditions:
Working conditions during the internship will vary depending on the current segment of training. Environments may include warehouses, offices, and external settings. Some segments may involve physical activities such as lifting, sorting, and standing, and exposure to extreme heat or cold conditions. Office segments may require sitting for extended periods. Additionally, various segments of the internship will include some travel, both by car and by air.

Essential Job Functions:
• Learning all aspects of the CED business.
• Communicating effectively, both in written and spoken English.

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