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Job Description
Job Id:
2541
# of Openings:
1
Summer Sales & Operations Intern
Tension Envelope & Print – Des Moines, IA
About the Internship
Join Tension Envelope & Print for a paid, 8-week, hands-on internship with real exposure to operations, sales, logistics, lean manufacturing, and general management. You’ll rotate through key functions, contribute to day-to-day work, and finish with a capstone presentation.
Join Tension Envelope & Print for a paid, 8-week, hands-on internship with real exposure to operations, sales, logistics, lean manufacturing, and general management. You’ll rotate through key functions, contribute to day-to-day work, and finish with a capstone presentation.
Internship Details (At a Glance)
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Dates
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June 8–July 31, 2026 (8 weeks)
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Location
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Des Moines, IA (on-site)
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Schedule
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Monday–Friday
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Pay
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$20/hour
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Role
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Sales & Business Operations Intern
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What You’ll Learn & Do
You’ll complete structured weekly rotations across core business areas, including:
- Production & Manufacturing Operations: operator training, quality inspection, plate making, and production preparation
- Planning, Logistics & Supply Chain: production scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, and shipping/receiving
- Lean & Continuous Improvement: lean principles, waste reduction, standard work, improvement charters, and lean assessments
- Customer Support: estimating, order entry, and internal/external customer communication (Teams)
- Sales & Commercial Operations: CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), sales methodology exposure (Miller Heiman), Power BI reporting, call planning, and field days with Account Executives
- General Management Exposure: margin strategy, budgeting, monthly results, business reviews, and leadership touchpoints
- Capstone Project: deliver a final presentation to leadership and sales teams
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree (business, operations, supply chain, engineering, marketing, or related field)
- Curious, coachable, and comfortable learning in a hands-on manufacturing environment
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
- Organized and reliable; able to balance multiple priorities
- Basic comfort with Microsoft Excel; interest in Power BI/CRM is a plus
Professional Development & Networking
- Dedicated departmental mentors throughout the program
- Weekly reflections and guided feedback
- Resume review and mock interviews
- Participation in the Greater Des Moines Partnership – DSM Intern Connections Series, connecting you with local business leaders and fellow interns
Why Tension
At Tension Envelope & Print, interns are treated as value-adding contributors, not observers. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, gain meaningful exposure to multiple disciplines, and leave with tangible accomplishments and career clarity.
Dates
June 8–July 31, 2026 (8 weeks)
Location
Des Moines, IA (on-site)
Schedule
Monday–Friday
Pay
$20/hour
Role
Sales & Business Operations Intern
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