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Sales Intern (Starting May 2026!) - Illinois

CompanyKirby Risk
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will learn through hands-on training and job shadowing while working on 2-5 projects. They will also participate in networking events across Kirby Risk.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
844
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Kirby Risk Corporation is a multi-faceted company, dedicated to understanding and meeting our business partners'​ needs with innovative, effective solutions. Our experience and network of resources provide customers with reliable technical assistance, logistics management, communications systems and quality products that not only meet their requirements, but also enhance their competitive position. With our main focus being solutions that help customers meet productivity objectives, Kirby Risk provides a wide range of services, including quality electrical supplies, electrical apparatus sales and repair services, wiring harness/cable manufacturing and quality industrial component manufacturing. Customer service is an integral part of Kirby Risk Corporation, with thirty-eight electrical supply locations throughout Indiana, Illinois and Ohio. Kirby Risk Corporation is financially and strategically focused on helping customers address the growing competitive pressures to reduce costs, conserve resources, improve productivity and reduce the time to manufacture goods and services. We can provide total cost of ownership solutions, such as asset and integration management and consulting services that will allow manufacturers to quickly respond to industry trends. Kirby Risk Corporation places a high value on its customers, employees, vendors and community relations. Going above and beyond what it takes to provide the right parts at the right time, to the right place, and at the right cost is not a sacrifice...it's a minimum requirement. Staying committed to this concept of "sacrificial service"​ has fueled Kirby Risk since 1926. Today, Kirby Risk Corporation has evolved into a multi-faceted business with 7 operating business units: Kirby Risk Electrical Supply Kirby Risk Service Center Kirby Risk Mechanical Solutions and Service Kirby Risk Precision Machining ARCO Electric Products Wire Supplies Intelligent Industry Solutions
About the Role

 

Sales Intern (Starting May 2026!)  - Illinois

  

The Kirby Risk Internship program is a 10–12-week development program designed to kick-start your career with us. You’ll develop business acumen and relationships through the 2-5 projects you’re working on and within the internship cohort. Interns are placed in roles that align with their skills and interests. 

 

Why should you go with Kirby Risk? Our people #MakeItHappen, and we’re committed to developing our employees, our most important assets, to their full potential.  

Internship placements may include, but are not limited to: 

  • Engineering 
  • Finance & Purchasing 
  • Human Resources 
  • IT 
  • Manufacturing & Distribution 
  • Sales & Operations 

 

Responsibilities & Internship Outline 

Based at one of our corporate locations, you will learn through hands-on training and job shadowing, and you will work on 2-5 projects as part of your internship. 

Also, you will have the opportunity to participate in networking events across Kirby Risk with other interns. These events include: 

  • Internship Kickoff with tours of our Indianapolis locations 
  • Lunch & Learns with our Manufacturing locations in Lafayette 
  • Lunch & Learn with our Lafayette Corporate, Electrical Supply, and executive team members 
  • Service Day 
  • Networking Events  
  • Final Presentations 

Qualifications  

  • Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Business, Construction Management, Engineering , or a related field to an internship 
  • Kirby Risk Values & Principles: Customer Service Excellence, Integrity, Relationships, Team Spirit, Accountability, Passion for Results, Quality, Development, Community & Safety 
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills 
  • Attention to detail and ability to work on several projects 
  • Ability and willingness to travel 0-25% 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint 
  • Prior internship experience preferred 

 

 

How to apply:

To be considered for this position, please apply online: https://www.kirbyrisk.com/careers . Email questions to careers@kirbyrisk.com

 

WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE MENTION WHERE YOU SAW OUR AD

We will acknowledge all resumes received via email and respond to requests for help to complete your application.

Please note: You must have legal status that enables you to work in the U.S. We cannot obtain sponsorship. To be considered for a role, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please get to know us at www.kirbyrisk.com. or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirby-risk/

 

A Safe Workplace is a Drug-Free Workplace

Key Skills
Communication SkillsAttention To DetailMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementNetworkingTeamworkCustomer ServiceIntegrityAccountabilityPassion For ResultsQualityDevelopmentCommunitySafety
Categories
SalesEngineeringHuman ResourcesManufacturing