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About the role Job SummaryThe Student or Intern is responsible for supporting administrative or operational tasks while gaining practical experience. This role follows specific instructions and procedures and is designed to provide learning opportunities in a structured environment.
Are you currently studying for a degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related discipline and looking for a 12-month industrial placement? Sulzer is offering an exciting opportunity for a Sales & Commercial Intern to join our Services Division based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
This 12-month internship will provide valuable hands-on experience across sales, commercial, and marketing functions, giving you exposure to real business challenges and the opportunity to contribute to projects that drive business growth.
The Role
As a Sales & Commercial Intern, you will gain insight into the full sales cycle and support a range of commercial and marketing activities. Working closely with experienced colleagues, you will:
- Develop a strong understanding of Sulzer's service portfolio, customers, and markets.
- Gain exposure to the complete sales process, from opportunity identification through to order placement.
- Support tendering and bid activities, including proposal preparation, pricing, and commercial reviews.
- Learn how to build customer relationships and identify opportunities for new business growth.
- Assist with sales reporting, data analysis, and business insight projects.
- Support marketing campaigns aimed at driving service growth and customer awareness.
- Analyse customer feedback, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Monitor sales performance, order intake, and profitability metrics.
- Contribute ideas to improve processes, reporting, and customer engagement.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking an enthusiastic and driven undergraduate who is:
- Currently studying towards a degree in Business, Sales & Marketing, Management, or a related subject, and looking for a 12-month placement.
- A confident communicator with strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Analytical, with an interest in using data to support decision-making.
- Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks and projects.
- Curious, eager to learn, and interested in developing a career in sales, commercial, or marketing functions.
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
What You'll Gain
- A structured 12-month internship within a global engineering organisation.
- Exposure to sales, commercial, business development, and marketing activities.
- The opportunity to work on meaningful projects with real business impact.
- Coaching and mentoring from experienced commercial professionals.
- Valuable industry experience to support your future career aspirations.
- The chance to develop practical business, communication, and analytical skills.
- Competitive salary
- Company-wide bonus scheme
- Medicash Health Cash Plan
- 33 days holiday
- Defined pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Shopping, entertainment and lifestyle discounts
- Costco membership option
- Discounted personal car leasing
- Long Service Awards
- Sulzer Learning Pathways and development opportunities
Onsite Perks
- Free secure parking with EV charging
- Modernised working environment
- 24/7 onsite gym
- Subsidised canteen
- Sports & Social Club
- Multi-faith prayer room
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
Skills Required
- Currently studying toward an undergraduate degree in Business, Sales and Marketing, Management, or a related discipline
- Seeking a 12-month industrial placement
- Confident communication and interpersonal skills
- Presentation skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Analytical mindset and interest in using data for decision-making
- Proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks and projects
- Curiosity and eagerness to learn
- Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
What We Do
Sulzer Ltd. is a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing applications, specializing in energy-efficient pumping, agitation, mixing, separation, and purification technologies for fluids of all types. The company provides critical applications for core infrastructure and large essential industries worldwide, supporting energy security and process efficiency. Its innovative solutions enable carbon emission reductions and the development of sustainable polymers, contributing to a circular economy.
