Technical Account (Sales) Representative Intern

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Bridgewater, NJ / White Marsh, MD

Workplace type: Hybrid

Ingredion is looking for a Technical Sales Representative Intern who will be part of our Virtual Sales Team. In this role, you will interact directly with our small and medium customers, providing them with ingredient recommendations for their food & beverage applications. The Inside Sales Intern will support the sales team by assisting with prospecting, account research, CRM management, pipeline tracking, and sales operations activities. This role offers hands-on experience in business development, customer engagement, and sales strategy while providing exposure to a fast-paced sales organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical and eager to learn about sales, customer management, and revenue generation.

What you will do:

• You will be managing customers directly and developing new opportunities. You will be working across our entire portfolio, including starches, plant-based proteins, sugar-reduction solutions, and hydrocolloids.
• You will be joining a large team of peers and enjoying significant on-the-job training and support. This role provides high visibility within Ingredion including exposure to field Sales, Technical Service, R&D, Customer Service, etc.

What you will bring:

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about building relationships with customers and has a technical degree, such as Food Science. The role is a springboard for career growth at Ingredion.

• Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food or Chemical Engineering or a related field with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is preferred.
• Must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
• Ability to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term.
• Experience with hands-on food concept development with laboratory and/or pilot plant equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of common food processes, food ingredient functionality and ingredient interactions is preferred.
• Excellent planning skills, highly organized, detail oriented and can multitask.
• Familiarity with experimental design, statistical data analysis and interpretation of results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day.
• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams).

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:

• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s degree program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
• If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at ww.ingredion.com/careers.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package - competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
• Internship Program Events & Activities - programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
• Intern Coaching Program - pairing with a mentor to coach development and integration in Ingredion’s culture
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups - the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy
• Employee Recognition Program - a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program - provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

Pay Range: $22-26 USD/hr

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.