What are the responsibilities and job description for the INTERN: Sales Associate position at VP Racing Fuels Inc?
Description
VP Racing is seeking a paid Sales Intern to support our Sales team at our Texas Headquarters (San Antonio, Texas), with full time opportunities available throughout the U.S. This internship offers hands-on experience in sales strategy, customer relationship management, market development, and business operations. The intern will be instrumental in identifying new opportunities, supporting key accounts, and learning the ins and outs of sales within a high-performance industry. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain real-world sales experience while working alongside industry leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in identifying and developing new customer opportunities throughout the United States.
- Support account management efforts by maintaining communication with current customers and helping identify growth opportunities.
- Help coordinate and participate in customer visits, trade shows, and promotional events to build brand visibility and deepen customer relationships.
- Collaborate with the Sales team to implement strategic sales plans and track performance against objectives.
- Assist in preparing sales presentations, reports, and customer communications.
- Conduct research on competitors, trends, and emerging markets within the region.
- Work closely with the Marketing team to align promotional efforts and support sales campaigns.
- Help maintain customer records, sales data, and internal communication tools.
- Perform additional sales and administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused mindset.
- Ability to work independently while supporting overall sales strategy.
- Interest in automotive, motorsports, or performance products is a plus.
Why Should You Join Our Team?
At VP Racing Fuels, we don’t just create high-performance fuels—we create high-performance careers. Based in San Antonio, Texas, we are a global leader in race fuels, performance chemicals, and branded retail products. Our work environment is built for those who thrive on innovation, precision, and speed, offering a dynamic workplace where passion drives everything we do. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities for professional growth.
We hire people based on potential, not just experience, and believe in building a team that’s diverse, driven, and ready to push limits. At VP, we work hard and play hard, innovate boldly, and foster a fun, collaborative culture where teamwork fuels success.
About the Company:
VP Racing is best known as a world leader in racing and performance fluids, powering champions in virtually every form of motorsport on land, sea, and air since 1975. VP also sells a full line of consumer products, including ethanol-free fuels and oils for 2- and 4-cycle outdoor power equipment, automotive lubricants, additives, coolants, and accessories through national home improvement, automotive parts, and online retailers. The company also offers a program to independent operators of convenience stores and gas stations, car wash, quick lube, and marinas to brand as VP Racing and resell the company’s full range of automotive performance and small engine fuel products.
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VP Racing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not make employment or personnel decisions based on race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal and state laws.
