Business Development Summer 2026 Internship (Bettendorf, IA)

Lincoln Electric

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
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: Bettendorf, IA
Req ID: 27230​​Are You the Missing Linc?Lincoln Electric’s Automation facility in Bettendorf, IA is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our Business Development Internship Program—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 engineering leadership.What Sets Us Apart
  • Professional Development: Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
  • Hands-On Training: Gain practical experience through guided instruction and real-world applications.
  • Networking & Culture: Join social and networking events to build relationships and immerse yourself in the company culture.
  • Career Pathway: Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities.
Overview of the ProgramBettendorf’s Business Development Internship Program offers hands-on experience in project management by learning how to quote, plan, budget, and document all aspects of a project. Interns will collaborate with operational leadership to ensure project goals are clearly communicated and deadlines are met. This role offers exposure to real-world production environments and the opportunity to develop key skills in planning and execution.Potential Projects
  • Assist Business Development/Application Engineering team to determine solution, and quote the necessary equipment & services to execute the project;
  • Learn to review bill of materials, and other project documents to accurately estimate costs;
  • Participate in proposal presentations and customer follow-ups;
  • Learn how to effectively establish and maintain relationships with Customers and outside vendors;
  • Learn how to kickoff active projects and efficiently communicate project scope and objectives to the project team
  • Learn how to perform risk management to minimize project risks;
  • Learn how to manage changes to the scope and project costs using appropriate verification techniques;
  • Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility;
  • Assist in ensuring resource availability and allocation;
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
  • Pursuing or having achieved a bachelor's degree in engineering business, or related automation/technology degrees.
  • Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
  • Aptitude to uphold company values while interacting with clients, vendors and / or co-workers;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking; and
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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.

Lincoln Electric