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. Internship Details (At a Glance) 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 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.