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SunSource

Chicago, IL 60601

Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program.

INTERNSHIPINTERNSALES & MARKETING$55K–65K/YR
SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies.  We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, Automation, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com

Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales! 

Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development Program 

GO2 is our 12-month development program designed for recent graduates and early career individuals who are interested in starting a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time outside sales/account manager role within an assigned territory with SunSource. 

What You will Do

  • Participate in structured training at our headquarters where you will receive ongoing mentorship, professional development, and in-depth product training  
  • Learn full cycle outside sales skills and build relationships with new and existing customers to solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions 
  • Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls visiting customers on-site  

What You will Need

  • Associate degree or technical training and 2 years of experience in a related field OR bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field.  Any experience or certification in hydraulics / fluid power is a great plus.  
  • Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment or individuals with mechanical interest/aptitude preferred 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable to build relationships with peers and potential customers with a commitment to delivering top results in a performance-based environment 
  • Ability to relocate to Addison, IL for 12 months of training at our corporate headquarters 

What We Offer

    This is a full-time, paid position with a transition into a full-time Account Manager upon completion of the program. 

  • Flexible start date + relocation (if applicable)  
  • Competitive compensation package + bonus  
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k) 
  • Paid vacation and holidays 
  • Compensation: $55,000 to $65,000 / year with opportunity for bonus during the training program. 
    At successful completion of the training program you will be promoted to an Account Manager and eligible for sales commission.  

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.  If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address.  This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí).  Sun-Source | Privacy Policy

Pay
$55k–65k/yr
Where
Chicago, IL 60601 · 2301 Windsor Ct. Addison, IL 60101 · Joliet, IL 60435
Work
Not stated
Type
Internship
Posted
4 May, 2026
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