About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company
Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.
The Sales Intern will assist in administering and coordinating promotion and sale of Oshkosh Corporation parts and products at one or more business unit locations. This position will serve as the liaison between customers and the company in providing information concerning pricing, contracts, scheduling, billing, shipping, quality, forecasting and other requests.
YOUR IMPACT
- Prepare, administer and coordinate customer/dealer quotations, proposals, bids, orders, contracts and specifications in a timely and efficient manner.
- Provide technical assistance and customer service in determining vendor availability, pricing and service of replacement parts, shipment discrepancies, product information, and product inspections.
- As required, this person may process and prepare warranty claims, credit memos, invoices, purchase orders, forecasts, core returns & credits, shipping & receiving activities, project charts, goals & objectives, in-house reports, back-order requirements, stock level & parts requirements reviews, written & verbal correspondence to customers, distributors & vendors.
- Requires support of and response to Marketing & Sales, Manufacturing, Engineering, as well as other internal departments to facilitate an organized, timely, and cost-effective delivery of parts.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Student working towards a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field throughout the entire duration of the internship.
- This is a year-round opportunity. Individual must be willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for full duration or part of the internship.
- Must be willing to work full time hours during summers and breaks, and part time hours (around 20 hours per week) during the school year.
- Graduation date of December 2025 or later.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to learn new programs quickly
- Outstanding communication, organizational, and leadership skills are essential
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Individual must be a self-starter, flexible, highly organized
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to follow documented standard operating procedures
- Drive for continuous improvement
WHY OSHKOSH?
Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the ~15k+ team members around the world who embody them.
We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
