Internship in Charlotte, North Carolina at Vortex Companies, LLC

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? MaxLiner and Vortex Companies, is a leading provider of trenchless infrastructure solutions, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-performance cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining systems.

Join a world-class organization at the forefront of the trenchless industry, where WE WIN BIG TOGETHER. Our culture is built on putting safety first, supporting one another, and delivering excellence in everything we do.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for a team that invests in your training, development, and long-term success, we encourage you to apply today.

We are seeking motivated, hands-on individuals for a 6-month immersive rotational internship designed to provide real-world experience across key areas of our business: Operations, Technical, and Sales.

This program is built for individuals who want to understand how a business truly operates—from the warehouse floor to customer-facing sales. Interns will gain practical skills, product knowledge, and exposure to career paths within a growing manufacturing and service organization.

Phase 1: Operations (Warehouse) – 2 Months

• Develop foundational product knowledge
• Participate in product assembly and preparation
• Learn warehouse operations, inventory flow, and safety practices
• Understand how operational execution impacts customer delivery

Phase 2: Technical – 2 Months

• Observe technical processes and product applications
• Receive hands-on training with products and systems
• Support technical team members in real-time problem solving
• Build understanding of how products are used in the field

Phase 3: Sales – 2 Months

• Work closely with the Sales Development team
• Learn customer engagement strategies and sales processes
• Assist with lead generation, outreach, and account support
• Conclude with a ride-along experience:
• • Spend one week traveling with a Territory Sales Manager
  • Gain direct exposure to customer interactions and field sales execution

What You’ll Gain

• End-to-end understanding of how operations, technical expertise, and sales work together
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing and field-service environment
• Exposure to customer-facing business functions
• Opportunity to identify potential career paths within the organization
• Mentorship from experienced professionals across departments

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program (Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn in hands-on environments
• Interest in manufacturing, technical products, and/or sales
• Ability to adapt and work across different teams and settings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Who This Program Is For

This internship is ideal for individuals who:

• Want more than a desk-only experience
• Are curious about how products are built, used, and sold
• Thrive in both hands-on and customer-facing environments
• Are exploring career paths in operations, technical roles, or sales

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.