Sales Support Intern

Job Description

Danfoss Climate Solutions is the leading supplier to the HVAC & Refrigeration industries. One of the largest segments of Danfoss worldwide, we have a broad product portfolio, serving customers within heating and cooling applications. We are looking for a enthusiastic Sales Support Intern for a 12-month internship opportunity. If you are an enthusiastic, pro-active self-starter with a passion to learn, then Danfoss gives you the freedom to do so. This position will be based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. 

• Identifying new customers and prospects,
• Assisting in identifying the needs and support for current customers within the industry,
• Prospect activities and proactively collect the necessary market information and feedback to obtain a competitive advantage,
• Developing and maintaining a basic level of product, application, and industry knowledge needed to support duties.

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

• Fresh graduate with a degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering,
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs,
• Good communication, interpersonal and report writing skills,
• A team player mindset,
• A positive attitude with a desire for growth.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.