GENTIUM concrete industries pLC is one of the leading concrete manufacturer in Ethiopia established by a joint venture with a foreign subsidiary. Our vision is to be the sought after and trusted concrete product producer of choice and to contribute to the growth of the construction sector in the country. We strive to provide high-quality concrete products with on-time delivery and impeccable service to the construction market in Ethiopia using the best standards in terms of equipment, technology, and people.
From our establishment in 2019, we have made significant strides in our business including doubling our production capacity to 50,000 cubic meter and increasing our staff size to more than 150. We are on a road to brighter future and we want you to join our team in this journey.
Position: Graduate Sales Intern
Graduate Sales Intern will gain hands-on experience in B2B and B2C sales within the construction sector. This role is designed to develop future sales talent by providing exposure to technical product knowledge, customer relationship management, market research, and field sales operations. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with strong communication skills, a passion for sales, and a willingness to learn. Candidate who demonstrate strong potential during the internship contract will be given the opportunity to work with our company on permanent employment opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the sales team in identifying and prospecting new customers, including contractors, distributors, and retail stores.
- Support in preparing sales proposals, quotations, and presentations.
- Participate in site visits and customer meetings alongside senior sales staff.
- Help maintain and update the customer relationship management (CRM) system.
- Master the technical specifications, applications, and benefits of the company’s construction chemical products.
- Assist in conducting product demonstrations and trials for potential clients.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitor products, and market developments.
- Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, or in person under supervision.
- Follow up on leads and support the sales team in closing deals.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with existing and potential clients.
- Prepare daily and weekly sales activity reports.
- Assist in organizing sales meetings, exhibitions, and promotional events.
- Support inventory coordination with the logistics team when required.
Education
- BSc or B.A degree in civil engineering, chemical engineering and in marketing and sales
- 0 years of experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic understanding of sales and customer service principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work in a team.
Willingness to travel locally for client visits and site inspections.
Preferred (but not required):
- Internship or part-time experience in sales, retail, or customer service.
- Interest in construction materials, chemistry, or engineering.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter via ethiojobs or send to surafel@gentiumci.com with the subject line: “Application for Graduate Sales Intern” – [Your Name]. You can also submit your cv in person at our head office located in Bulbula right next to St. Giorgis Church.