Graduate Specialist Program Sales Engineering
Bosch Group, Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States, 60069
Company Description
Bosch Rexrothis one of the world’s leading providers of Drive and Control Technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.
Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. Our cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. has been producing the most innovative elevator-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.
Job Description The Graduate Specialist Program – Sales is a full-time rotational development program designed to accelerate high potential graduates into future commercial, marketing, and business leaders within HydraForce, a Bosch company.
Over the duration of the program, you will complete four strategically designed rotations that provide broad exposure across sales, marketing, and business operations. This immersive experience builds strong commercial acumen, customer engagement expertise, and cross-functional understanding — preparing you for a challenging specialist or project leadership role within Sales upon successful completion.
Together, we lay the foundation for your long-term career success.
Structured Rotations
Four personalized rotations, including one at another Bosch facility within the U.S.
Exposure to multiple commercial functions such as:
Inside Sales
Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)
Sales channel management
Sales Controlling
Marketing
Digital Sales Initiatives
Insight into the full commercial lifecycle — from customer acquisition through ongoing account development
Challenging & Impactful Work
Engage in meaningful operational and strategic assignments
Contribute to the conception and implementation of digital sales solutions
Support introduction and optimization of commercial software tools
Take ownership of deliverables and measurable business outcomes from day one
Executive Mentorship & Development
Dedicated mentor from upper management supporting your professional and personal growth
Peer onboarding partner from the current trainee cohort
Structured feedback and development planning throughout the program
Global Networking
Connect with fellow Graduate Specialists and leaders across Bosch locations
Build strong relationships across departments and business units worldwide
Flexible Start & Permanent Employment
Customized start date aligned to your availability
Full-time employment from day one
Clear pathway into a long-term Sales specialist or project leadership role
Responsibilities During the Program As a Graduate Specialist – Sales, you will:
Support customer engagement and account management activities
Analyze sales performance data and contribute to forecasting and reporting efforts
Assist in developing and executing sales strategies to drive revenue growth
Collaborate with distributors and internal stakeholders to strengthen partnerships
Participate in marketing initiatives that support product positioning and brand growth
Identify process improvement opportunities within sales operations
Contribute to digital transformation and commercial system enhancements
Demonstrate increasing ownership, accountability, and leadership within project teams
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Management, or related field
Recent graduate (within 3 years) or about to graduate
Minimum GPA of 3.25
Experience
Internship or early-career experience within Sales or a commercial environment
Exposure to manufacturing or industrial markets preferred
Skills & Attributes
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Commercial curiosity and customer-focused mindset
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally during rotations
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and move up to 5 pounds without assistance
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Work Environment This position operates primarily in a professional office setting. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate.
Additional Information Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans
Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.
BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives
FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
AWIM (A World In Motion)
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Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. Our cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. has been producing the most innovative elevator-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.
Job Description The Graduate Specialist Program – Sales is a full-time rotational development program designed to accelerate high potential graduates into future commercial, marketing, and business leaders within HydraForce, a Bosch company.
Over the duration of the program, you will complete four strategically designed rotations that provide broad exposure across sales, marketing, and business operations. This immersive experience builds strong commercial acumen, customer engagement expertise, and cross-functional understanding — preparing you for a challenging specialist or project leadership role within Sales upon successful completion.
Together, we lay the foundation for your long-term career success.
Structured Rotations
Four personalized rotations, including one at another Bosch facility within the U.S.
Exposure to multiple commercial functions such as:
Inside Sales
Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)
Sales channel management
Sales Controlling
Marketing
Digital Sales Initiatives
Insight into the full commercial lifecycle — from customer acquisition through ongoing account development
Challenging & Impactful Work
Engage in meaningful operational and strategic assignments
Contribute to the conception and implementation of digital sales solutions
Support introduction and optimization of commercial software tools
Take ownership of deliverables and measurable business outcomes from day one
Executive Mentorship & Development
Dedicated mentor from upper management supporting your professional and personal growth
Peer onboarding partner from the current trainee cohort
Structured feedback and development planning throughout the program
Global Networking
Connect with fellow Graduate Specialists and leaders across Bosch locations
Build strong relationships across departments and business units worldwide
Flexible Start & Permanent Employment
Customized start date aligned to your availability
Full-time employment from day one
Clear pathway into a long-term Sales specialist or project leadership role
Responsibilities During the Program As a Graduate Specialist – Sales, you will:
Support customer engagement and account management activities
Analyze sales performance data and contribute to forecasting and reporting efforts
Assist in developing and executing sales strategies to drive revenue growth
Collaborate with distributors and internal stakeholders to strengthen partnerships
Participate in marketing initiatives that support product positioning and brand growth
Identify process improvement opportunities within sales operations
Contribute to digital transformation and commercial system enhancements
Demonstrate increasing ownership, accountability, and leadership within project teams
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Management, or related field
Recent graduate (within 3 years) or about to graduate
Minimum GPA of 3.25
Experience
Internship or early-career experience within Sales or a commercial environment
Exposure to manufacturing or industrial markets preferred
Skills & Attributes
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Commercial curiosity and customer-focused mindset
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally during rotations
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and move up to 5 pounds without assistance
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Work Environment This position operates primarily in a professional office setting. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate.
Additional Information Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans
Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.
BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives
FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
AWIM (A World In Motion)
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