Job description
Company:
Cox Communications, Inc.
Job Family Group:
Business Operations
Job Profile:
Intern
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Travel %:
Yes, 5% of the time
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Job Description:
Cox Business is more than part of a cable company – we are a technology solutions leader. In addition to offering phone, internet, TV and security services for businesses, we also consult with companies of all sizes to provide managed network services, cloud infrastructure, managed hosting services and other emerging technology solutions.
The Sales Internship position is designed to prepare an aspiring sales professional, with a positive outlook and attitude, for a rewarding and long-term career with Cox Business, in a very positive and engaging environment. As an intern, with Cox Business, you will be welcomed as a member of our positive sales organization. Working with a team of sales associates, you will find encouragement, mentorship and support while learning and developing business skills. In this role you will be introduced to all aspects of the company, systems, processes, programs that keep our business growing and moving forward. You will report to an experienced leader who is passionate about developing talented business minded individuals. This position will be based in Tulsa, OK.
JOB HIGHLIGHTS
- Join a highly accountable and results oriented team to continually drive development, professionally and personally
- Shadow tenured and experienced reps at customer meetings and internal meetings to help reduce learning curve, impact results sooner, understand processes and gather best practices
- Meet regularly with Cox Business leadership to develop individual growth plan that will allow focused approach to success
- Engage with internal boundary partners to understand the big picture and impact partnering has
- Develop a high level of working knowledge about our products, offerings and departments
- Professionally represent Cox Business in the community
- Generate new business leads for account executives by prospecting and making cold calls to help them achieve and exceed sales goals
- Help create and present customized sales presentations/proposals and successfully close negotiations
Attributes/Skills we seek:
- Strong desire to learn
- Customer focused attitude; strong people and customer skills
- Self-motivation and accountability
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, collaborative and communication skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization
- Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, using the Internet
- Currently enrolled in a related degree program such as Marketing, Management, Sales, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Innovation
- All candidates must submit a resume, participate in an interview, and successfully pass a background check and drug screening
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Cox Communications and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. Please note those individuals submitting resumes online or by mailing a resume are not considered an applicant for employment until a signed employment application form is completed, usually at the time of interview.
About Us:
Cox Communications is all about creating moments of real human connection; and for employees, that’s true both in the workplace and in the problems we solve for customers. From building advertising solutions to unleashing IoT technologies to creating an exceptional experience for customers in our retail locations and online, we’re creating a world that is smarter and more connected. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.
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