Sales & Marketing Intern in Dearborn, Michigan at Wolverine Advanced Materials

About Wolverine Advanced Materials

Wolverine Advanced Materials produces and sells performance-critical, specialty elastomer-coated metals used in gaskets for automotive & industrial applications; automotive brake noise insulators and NVH (noise, vibration & harshness) damping solutions for automotive.

Wolverine employs approximately 600 people worldwide and has manufacturing operations in Virginia, Florida, Germany, and China, as well as sales & technical offices in Michigan, Germany, Japan, China, Brazil, and India.

Wolverine Advanced Materials, an entity of Center Rock Capital, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance materials. Our core competency is in performance-critical, specialty elastomer–coated metals that offer damping and seal-ability solutions in the automotive and gasket industries.

Center Rock Capital is a company where they see potential where others may not look; and as a team we can find the right solution to the right challenge.

For more information, visit centerrockcp.com or wamglobal.com.

About the role

Department Sales

Position Type Year-Round Part-Time Internship

Hours 20–30 hours per week

Target Year Sophomore or Junior

Education Pursuing BS in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field

Reports To Sales Manager

Requirements Valid driver’s license • Ability to lift 20–30 lbs

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for an energetic and driven Sales & Marketing Intern to join our Sales team on a year-round, part-time basis. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on sales support and marketing activities, giving the right candidate broad exposure to how a commercial team operates day-to-day. Working closely with our sales representatives and marketing staff, the intern will contribute to customer engagement, lead generation, promotional efforts, and field support. This is an excellent opportunity for a Sophomore or Junior student looking to build practical business skills in a professional setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Support

• Assist the sales team with prospecting, lead qualification, and follow-up communications.

• Help maintain and update customer records and activity logs in the CRM system.

• Support preparation of sales quotes, proposals, and customer presentations.

• Participate in customer visits, sales calls, and product demonstrations as needed.

• Assist with order coordination, tracking, and post-sale customer follow-up.

Marketing Support

• Assist in the creation of marketing materials, social media content, and promotional collateral.

• Support planning and execution of trade shows, events, and customer engagement activities.

• Help research market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights.

• Contribute to email marketing campaigns and track engagement metrics.

• Assist with product sample coordination and delivery to prospects and customers.

General & Field Support

• Assist with delivery, set-up, or transport of materials and product samples as required (ability to lift 20–30 lbs required).

• Operate a company or personal vehicle to support local sales activities and customer visits (valid driver’s license required).

• Perform other sales and marketing duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled as a Sophomore or Junior pursuing a BS in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a closely related field.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Ability to lift and carry 20–30 lbs as needed.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time effectively across a part-time schedule.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Professional demeanor and customer-facing presence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior customer service, retail, or sales experience (part-time, internship, or volunteer).

• Familiarity with CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar).

• Experience with social media management or digital marketing tools.

• Basic understanding of sales processes and the customer journey.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Real-world exposure to both B2B sales and marketing operations.

• Mentorship from experienced sales and marketing professionals.

• Hands-on experience with CRM tools, marketing platforms, and sales workflows.

• Networking opportunities with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

• A strong resume-building experience with potential pathways to full-time employment.