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Sales Intern - Paid

CompanyUniversity of Richmond
LocationRoanoke
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will learn the sales process by engaging in both inside and outside sales activities, maintaining a continuous focus on customer service excellence. Responsibilities also include participating in safety training, assisting with branch operational workflow like equipment check-in and washing, and shadowing sales positions.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
16213
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
United Rentals is the world’s largest equipment rental company, helping customers safely build, maintain and respond across construction, industrial, utilities, infrastructure and emergency response projects. With the industry’s largest fleet and more than 25 years of operational experience, we combine scale, expertise and digital innovation to keep worksites moving safely and efficiently. Our solutions extend beyond equipment to include specialty rentals, safety services and connected jobsite technologies that help customers manage complexity, improve productivity and make more informed decisions. By bringing together equipment, data and field expertise, United Rentals helps customers create more connected, intelligent worksites, improving safety, visibility and performance across the jobsite. We go beyond equipment. We are the world’s largest fleet of problem solvers, with best-in-class specialty solutions, innovative digital solutions, safety training and 24/7 support to empower your success. For more updates - Follow us on Twitter: www.UnitedRentals.com/Twitter Like us on Facebook: www.UnitedRentals.com/Facebook See more videos: www.UnitedRentals.com/YouTube
About the Role

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

We have an excellent opportunity for a branch Sales Intern who is ready to grow their career with the leading company in the industry. You will learn the sales process by spending time in both inside and outside sales with a continuous focus on customer service excellence. You will leave this role with invaluable skills and industry knowledge with the goal of becoming a Sales Associate upon receipt of degree.

What you'll do (may vary by department):

  • 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

Requirements:

  • 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

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.

Why join us?

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

  • 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

Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Key Skills
Safety TrainingEquipment HandlingCustomer Service ExcellenceInside SalesOutside SalesRentalManSalesforce.comOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsAnalytical SkillsFinancial AnalysisMicrosoft Office ProficiencySelf-Motivation
Categories
SalesLogisticsAdministrativeSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Paid Parental LeaveEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up ProgramEarly Wage Access through PayactivPaid Sick Leave