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Intern Interview

This video highlights our 2008 interns and covers intern recruitment, intern sales and manufacturing experiences, and the summer intern symposium where our interns interact with Hercules management and present their summer project to the group.

Jillian Flanagan

School:

Dalhousie University

Major:

Chemical Engineering

Internship:

Technical Sales

Location:

Nova Scotia, Canada

Intern Interview

  1. Introduction [0:08]
  2. Previous Internships [0:49]
  3. Summer Project [0:40]
  4. Day-to-day Activities [0:44]
  5. Internship Location / Travel [0:27]
  6. What I Hope to Accomplish [0:41]
  7. What Surprised Me the Most [0:33]
  8. Living / Travel Arrangements [0:27]
  9. Internship Perks [0:32]
  10. Intern Symposium - Takeaways [0:33]
  11. Intern Symposium - Reward Activity [0:28]
  12. Final Thoughts [0:17]

Bryson Jones

School:

Georgia Tech

Major:

Mechanical Engineering

Internship:

Manufacturing

Location:

Savannah, Georgia

Intern Interview

  1. Introduction [0:07]
  2. Summer Project [0:53]
  3. What I Hoped to Accomplish [0:28]
  4. Transition From School to Internship [0:25]
  5. What I learned [0:17]
  6. What Surprised Me the Most [0:12]
  7. Manufacturing Plant Environment [0:27]
  8. Internship Perks [0:26]

Lindsey Rucker

School:

Oregon State University

Major:

Chemical Engineering

Internship:

Technical Sales

Location:

Maryland, U.S.A.

Intern Interview

  1. Introduction [0:07]
  2. Summer Project [1:16]
  3. Day-to-day Activities [0:59]
  4. Transition From School to Internship [0:58]
  5. Internship Takeaways [0:43]
  6. What Surprised Me the Most [0:26]
  7. Outside of Work [0:38]
  8. Housing Stipend [0:16]
  9. Intern Symposium - Experience [0:46]
  10. Intern Symposium - Reward Activity [0:17]
  11. Intern Symposium - My Presentation [0:46]

Technical Sales Positions with Ashland Hercules Water Technologies

The Hercules Water Technologies business of Ashland is a leading supplier of performance, process, and water treatment solutions to the pulp and paper industry worldwide. This division provides the widest range of technology and services and the largest team of field representatives in the industry. Our success can be attributed to the caliber of technical sales representatives who work to solve problems and raise the standard of operation at our customers' paper mills. More information can be obtained through our web site at http://www.ppd.herc.com/.


Technical Sales Representative Job Description

The Technical Sales Representative position is responsible for troubleshooting, problem solving and continuous improvement associated with all technology supplied to the pulp and paper industry. This technology is utilized to enhance the unit operations associated with energy generation, water treatment, pulping and papermaking processes. In addition, Ashland supplies chemicals and services associated with the functionality and performance of paper. Much of the work will be in a hands-on industrial environment with a combination of project work and technical support activities. This is an entry-level position for field sales. The initial scope of this job is primarily an intensive training period, both classroom and hands-on with some opportunity to assume account service responsibilities.

  • Planning and execution of new applications evaluations.
  • Provide service and technical support for our paper producing customers.
  • Troubleshoot and solve problems for customers.
  • Build strategic relationships with our customers.
  • Work with the sales team to identify new business opportunities.
  • Grow business through new sales.

Requirements

  • Commitment to work safely and provide excellent customer service.
  • BS in Chemical Engineering, Pulp and Paper, Chemistry or equivalent.
  • Prior experience with Pulp and Paper or Heavy Industry is preferred.
  • Ability to work individually and with the team.
  • The candidate must possess excellent communication, analytical and problem solving skills.
  • The ability to speak English along with excellent interpersonal skills is necessary for this position.

Locations & Openings

Candidates will initially be assigned to a sales team in their local region. As training progresses and the ability to assume greater responsibilities increase, suitable account assignments will be made based on needs. Individuals with flexibility in their residence location are preferred. We anticipate 10-15 openings throughout the US for 2009.


Compensation

A full package of benefits, company car, 401K, lap-top computer, and a competitive salary is standard.


Apply for a position

Please submit your resume via our online form, eMail it to: , or visit us when we visit your university.


Disclaimer

Ashland requires proof of authorization to work in the U.S. Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis for any U.S. employer on an indefinite basis. Ashland is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all people and does not discriminate against anyone due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or any similarly protected status. For more information, visit the Hercules website at http://www.herc.com/


Recruitment Dates

Please select one of the universities from the list below for a personalized recruitment schedule: