Sales Intern

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

What you can expect from H.B. Fuller's Internship Program:

You'll be joining a cohort of talented students from a variety of schools across the U.S. We hire interns in the following positions: Process Engineering, R&D, Strategic Sourcing, Technical Sales, Supply Chain, Product Marketing, Information Technology, and more.

The projects we task our interns to lead are impactful and meaningful to our organization. You'll be supported by your Manager and Mentor to gain in-depth knowledge of the adhesive industry and collaborate with various departments and functions. We also offer an established path for next-level opportunities - making this internship the starting point for a long-term career path.

Location: St. Paul, MN

Department: Inside Sales

OurInternship Experienceincludes:

• 12-week paid program beginning the end of May to mid-August to gain insight and knowledge in your field.

• Interactive orientation and events with skilled professionals in your field, including managers, directors, and CEO.

• Multiple networking, volunteer and fun events - both virtual and in-person.

• Impactful projects that make a difference internally and externally for H.B. Fuller.

• End of summer final presentation to showcase your career development with support from managers and peers.

Position Overview:

The Inside Sales Intern will gain hands-on experience in the fundamentals of B2B sales while supporting lead generation and customer outreach efforts. This internship provides an opportunity to develop professional communication, prospecting, and relationship-building skills through direct engagement with potential customers. Working alongside experienced sales professionals, the intern will learn how to identify business opportunities, qualify leads, navigate customer conversations, and utilize industry-leading sales tools such as Salesforce.com and ZoomInfo. This role is ideal for students interested in exploring a career in sales, business development, or customer engagement within a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and/or participate in process improvement projects within the Inside Sales Team.

• Develop a foundational understanding of Inside Sales through direct exposure to and participation in the daily activities of an Inside Sales Representative. This includes:

  • Connect with customers through outbound calls to assess needs, identify opportunities, and support business growth

  • Document customer conversations in Salesforce (CRM tool)

  • Establish strong customer relationships by providing responsive service and representing H.B. Fuller in a professional manner.

  • Build customer confidence by participating in discussions to understand business needs and helping identify appropriate product and service solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently Pursuing bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering (Open to others)

• Minimum rising junior or senior in Business field.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.