Retail Gas Sales Summer Intern

Requisition ID:  82058 

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

Gexa Energy/NextEra Energy Services is one of the fastest-growing retail energy providers, delivering innovative energy solutions with affordable electricity and natural gas plans, and 100 percent renewable energy plans to more than 1.1 million residential and business customers throughout North America. 

NextEra Energy Services is looking for a Sales Intern in our Retail Gas Sales group.

In this role, you will work with our sales team and sales manager to pursue potential customer opportunities.  You will learn about our diverse offerings of energy solution C&I (Commercial and Industrial) B2B retail products and services.  You will see the sales cycle through from start to finish – from sourcing clients, structuring deals with creative solutions, and contracting.  This position will focus on small, medium and large commercial industrial clients within our market territories.

Sales Intern Focus Areas:

•   Conduct cold calls, emails and conference calls identifying potential customers to generate new business opportunities

•   Set appointments and follow up on leads

•   Use customer relationship management (CRM) software to manage leads and sales activities

•   Collaborate with the sales team and manager to develop strategies for reaching sales targets
•   Research public information about potential customers and/or competitors, analyze data, and formulate a summary and/or recommendation to present
•   Prepare customer presentation materials
•   Meet with other groups within Retail C&I to understand the complete deal lifecycle and the role each group plays in delivery energy products and services.

•   Provide regular reports on sales activities and results to management

•   Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants should have some experience in sales from any industry

 Education, Experience, Skills

• Academic focus in Sales, Business, Finance, or Marketing
• Strong customer education and communication skills
• Excellent teamwork and project management capabilities
• Time management and organizational skills

Gexa Energy/NextEra Energy Services is one of the fastest-growing retail energy providers, delivering innovative energy solutions with affordable electricity and natural gas plans, and 100 percent renewable energy plans to more than 1.1 million residential and business customers throughout North America. 

NextEra Energy Services is looking for a Sales Intern in our Retail Gas Sales group.

In this role, you will work with our sales team and sales manager to pursue potential customer opportunities.  You will learn about our diverse offerings of energy solution C&I (Commercial and Industrial) B2B retail products and services.  You will see the sales cycle through from start to finish – from sourcing clients, structuring deals with creative solutions, and contracting.  This position will focus on small, medium and large commercial industrial clients within our market territories.

Sales Intern Focus Areas:

•   Conduct cold calls, emails and conference calls identifying potential customers to generate new business opportunities

•   Set appointments and follow up on leads

•   Use customer relationship management (CRM) software to manage leads and sales activities

•   Collaborate with the sales team and manager to develop strategies for reaching sales targets
•   Research public information about potential customers and/or competitors, analyze data, and formulate a summary and/or recommendation to present
•   Prepare customer presentation materials
•   Meet with other groups within Retail C&I to understand the complete deal lifecycle and the role each group plays in delivery energy products and services.

•   Provide regular reports on sales activities and results to management

•   Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants should have some experience in sales from any industry

 Education, Experience, Skills

• Academic focus in Sales, Business, Finance, or Marketing
• Strong customer education and communication skills
• Excellent teamwork and project management capabilities
• Time management and organizational skills

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group:  Non Exempt
Employee Type:  Intern
Job Category:  Intern
Organization:  Gexa Energy, LP 
Relocation Provided:  No

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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