Job Details

Summer 2026 Intern - Various Departments

  2026-03-16     Stowers Cat     Knoxville,TN  
Description:

Departments Include:

Sales & Marketing

  • Assist with CRM updates and lead tracking
  • Support digital marketing and content creation
  • Help prepare sales proposals and presentations

Service Operations

  • Observe diagnostic and repair processes
  • Assist with work order documentation
  • Support scheduling and workflow coordination

Parts & Inventory

  • Help with inventory counts and organization
  • Assist with parts research and sourcing
  • Support counter and warehouse operations

Rental Services

  • Assist with rental agreements and customer onboarding
  • Support fleet tracking and utilization reporting
  • Help coordinate equipment delivery and return

Finance & Accounting

  • Assist with invoice processing and reconciliation
  • Support financial reporting tasks
  • Conduct basic data analysis

Human Resources

  • Support recruiting and onboarding activities
  • Assist with training coordination
  • Help maintain employee records

IT & Systems

  • Assist with help-desk support
  • Support system updates and documentation
  • Help troubleshoot hardware/software issues

Safety & Compliance

  • Assist with safety audits and inspections
  • Help update safety documentation
  • Support training and compliance tracking

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer literacy
  • Ability to organize tasks, manage time, and follow instructions
  • Willingness to learn technical concepts related to equipment, systems, or business processes
  • Professionalism and reliability in a team environment

Preferred Qualification(s)

  • Prior exposure to mechanical, business, or technical environments
  • Experience with data entry, customer service, or project coordination

Education Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or technical school
  • Pursuing a degree or certificate in Business, Engineering, Marketing, IT, HR, accounting, Diesel Technology, or a related field appropriate to the internship department.

Essential Job Functions

Responsibilities vary by department but may include:

  • Assisting with administrative tasks, documentation, and data management
  • Supporting customer service activities such as scheduling, inquiries, or follow-ups
  • Participating in equipment, parts, or service workflow learning
  • Conducting research and preparing reports or summaries
  • Shadowing experienced team members to understand departmental operations
  • Contributing to process improvement, marketing, or technical projects

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate initiative and accountability in assigned tasks
  • Collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors
  • Represent Stowers Machinery professionally when interacting with customers or partners
  • No direct supervisory responsibilities

Preferred Experience and Skills

  • Customer service or retail experience
  • Basic mechanical aptitude (for Service, Parts, or Rental placements)
  • Experience with spreadsheets, databases, or digital tools
  • Strong writing or presentation skills (for Sales, Marketing, HR, or Finance placements)

Physical and Mental Requirements

Requirements vary by department but may include:

  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods
  • Comfort working in office, shop, or warehouse environments
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. in Parts, Service, or Rental roles
  • Attention to detail and ability to focus on repetitive or technical tasks
  • Mental flexibility to learn new systems, processes, and equipment

Work Environment

  • Office, shop, warehouse, or field settings depending on department
  • Exposure to noise, machinery, and outdoor conditions in operational areas
  • Standard business hours with potential for adjusted schedules based on department needs
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with mentorship and hands-on learning

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