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.

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Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric is looking for bright, driven individuals to join our Technical Sales Co-Op 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 leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

• **Linc Pal 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’s Technical Sales Co-Op Program offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven sales environment. Co-Op's will support the sales team by assisting with 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's will collaborate with each of the region’s Technical Sales Representatives and be responsible for driving two to three key sales projects as determined by 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.