Technical Sales Fall 2026 Co-op (Houston, Tx)
Lincoln Electric, Houston, TX, United States
Technical Sales Fall 2026 Co-op (Houston, Tx)
Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.
Location:
Houston - 4702 Req ID: 28746
Target Program Dates: September 10th - December 11th, 2026
Relocation: While local candidates are preferred, a temporary housing stipend is available for co-op's residing more than 50 miles from the co-op location.
Are You the Missing Linc? Lincoln Electric is looking for bright, driven individuals to join our
Technical SalesCo-OpProgram
—designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands‑on experience. As a participant,you’ll
Be the Linc
between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and leadership.
What Sets Us Apart
LincPal Program: Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
Professional Development: Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
Career Pathway: Those eligible may be considered for full‑time opportunities, including our Trainee Development Program.
Overview of the Program Lincoln Electric’sTechnicalSalesCo-OpProgramoffers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven sales environment.Co‑Op'swill support the sales team byassistingwith lead generation, customer outreach, and sales presentations, gaining exposure to the full sales cycle. This role provides opportunities to learn about product offerings, customer relationship management, and sales strategy.Co‑Op'swill collaborate with each of the region’s Technical Sales Representatives andbe responsible fordriving two to three key sales projects asdeterminedby the Regional Sales Manager.
Potential Projects
Visit various end users and distributors to identify key sales issues
Participate in hands‑on welding demonstrations
Promote products at distributor open houses
Update customers on new products
Assist Technical Sales Representatives with training end users
Basic Qualifications
Pursuing or having achieved a bachelor’s degree in a STEM or Business field
Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full‑time, permanent basis without sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
A degree in business administration, marketing, engineering, communication, or any related fields
Minimum overall GPA of 2.8
Sophomore status or higher
Ability to travel for training and field visits
Interest in sales, technical/field service, and customer support
Willingness to collaborate across departments (engineering, product management, sales)
Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Nearest Major Market:
Houston Job Segment:
CRM, Welding, Fabrication, Field Service, Technology, Manufacturing
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Location:
Houston - 4702 Req ID: 28746
Target Program Dates: September 10th - December 11th, 2026
Relocation: While local candidates are preferred, a temporary housing stipend is available for co-op's residing more than 50 miles from the co-op location.
Are You the Missing Linc? Lincoln Electric is looking for bright, driven individuals to join our
Technical SalesCo-OpProgram
—designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands‑on experience. As a participant,you’ll
Be the Linc
between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and leadership.
What Sets Us Apart
LincPal Program: Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
Professional Development: Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
Career Pathway: Those eligible may be considered for full‑time opportunities, including our Trainee Development Program.
Overview of the Program Lincoln Electric’sTechnicalSalesCo-OpProgramoffers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven sales environment.Co‑Op'swill support the sales team byassistingwith lead generation, customer outreach, and sales presentations, gaining exposure to the full sales cycle. This role provides opportunities to learn about product offerings, customer relationship management, and sales strategy.Co‑Op'swill collaborate with each of the region’s Technical Sales Representatives andbe responsible fordriving two to three key sales projects asdeterminedby the Regional Sales Manager.
Potential Projects
Visit various end users and distributors to identify key sales issues
Participate in hands‑on welding demonstrations
Promote products at distributor open houses
Update customers on new products
Assist Technical Sales Representatives with training end users
Basic Qualifications
Pursuing or having achieved a bachelor’s degree in a STEM or Business field
Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full‑time, permanent basis without sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
A degree in business administration, marketing, engineering, communication, or any related fields
Minimum overall GPA of 2.8
Sophomore status or higher
Ability to travel for training and field visits
Interest in sales, technical/field service, and customer support
Willingness to collaborate across departments (engineering, product management, sales)
Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Nearest Major Market:
Houston Job Segment:
CRM, Welding, Fabrication, Field Service, Technology, Manufacturing
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