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Sales Intern (Paid)

United Rentals

Sales Intern (Paid)

part-timePosted: Aug 7, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026USA, LA, Westlake

Job Description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!We have an excellent opportunity for a branch Sales Intern who is ready to grow their career with the leading company in the industry. You will learn the sales process by spending time in both inside and outside sales with a continuous focus on customer service excellence. You will leave this role with invaluable skills and industry knowledge with the goal of becoming a Sales Associate upon receipt of degree.What you'll do (may vary by department):Participation in safety training to ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn, safe handling of equipment, safety policies and procedures are adhered to, etc.Participation in the operational efficiency of the branch work flow in the yard. This will include equipment check-in, washing of equipment, assisting customers, etc.Shadowing of inside sales and outside sales positions to learn the roles and responsibilities of each and the importance United Rentals places on the focus of the customers.Training on systems: RentalMan, Salesforce.com, etc.Participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings, ride-alongs, work sessions, conference calls and webex meetingsOther duties assigned as neededRequirements:Prior relevant work experience preferredStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills.Strong analytical and financial analysis skillsHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and AccessAbility to effectively handle multiple assignments/project components simultaneouslyAbility to work independently and also as part of a teamSelf-motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgencyMust be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or related majorThis position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.Why join us?We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:Paid Parental LeaveUnited Compassion FundEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)Paid Sick LeaveAn inclusive and welcoming cultureExplore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings For Canadian benefits, click hereUnited Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Locations

  • USA, LA, Westlake

Skills Required

  • Microsoft Office: Wordintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Prior relevant work experience preferred (experience)
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills (experience)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills. (experience)
  • Strong analytical and financial analysis skills (experience)
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access (experience)
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments/project components simultaneously (experience)
  • Ability to work independently and also as part of a team (experience)
  • Self-motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgency (experience)
  • Must be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or related major (degree in sales or related major)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills (experience)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills. (experience)
  • Strong analytical and financial analysis skills (experience)
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access (experience)
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments/project components simultaneously (experience)
  • Ability to work independently and also as part of a team (experience)
  • Self-motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgency (experience)
  • Must be currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in sales or related major (degree in sales or related major)
  • This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Participation in safety training to ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn, safe handling of equipment, safety policies and procedures are adhered to, etc.
  • Participation in the operational efficiency of the branch work flow in the yard. This will include equipment check-in, washing of equipment, assisting customers, etc.
  • Shadowing of inside sales and outside sales positions to learn the roles and responsibilities of each and the importance United Rentals places on the focus of the customers.
  • Training on systems: RentalMan, Salesforce.com, etc.
  • Participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings, ride-alongs, work sessions, conference calls and webex meetings
  • Other duties assigned as needed
  • Participation in safety training to ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn, safe handling of equipment, safety policies and procedures are adhered to, etc.
  • Participation in the operational efficiency of the branch work flow in the yard. This will include equipment check-in, washing of equipment, assisting customers, etc.
  • Shadowing of inside sales and outside sales positions to learn the roles and responsibilities of each and the importance United Rentals places on the focus of the customers.
  • Training on systems: RentalMan, Salesforce.com, etc.
  • Participation in departmental and cross-functional meetings, ride-alongs, work sessions, conference calls and webex meetings

Benefits

  • general: United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
  • general: At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
  • general: United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

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