Tension Envelope & Print – Des Moines, IA
About The Internship
Join Tension Envelope & Print for a
paid, 8-week, hands-on internship with real exposure to
operations, sales, logistics, lean manufacturing, and general management. You’ll rotate through key functions, contribute to day-to-day work, and finish with a capstone presentation.
Internship Details (At a Glance)
Dates
June 8–July 31, 2026 (8 weeks)
Location
Des Moines, IA (on-site)
Schedule
Monday–Friday
Pay
$20/hour
Role
Sales & Business Operations Intern
What You’ll Learn & Do
You’ll complete structured weekly rotations across core business areas, including:
- Production & Manufacturing Operations: operator training, quality inspection, plate making, and production preparation
- Planning, Logistics & Supply Chain: production scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, and shipping/receiving
- Lean & Continuous Improvement: lean principles, waste reduction, standard work, improvement charters, and lean assessments
- Customer Support: estimating, order entry, and internal/external customer communication (Teams)
- Sales & Commercial Operations: CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), sales methodology exposure (Miller Heiman), Power BI reporting, call planning, and field days with Account Executives
- General Management Exposure: margin strategy, budgeting, monthly results, business reviews, and leadership touchpoints
- Capstone Project: deliver a final presentation to leadership and sales teams
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree (business, operations, supply chain, engineering, marketing, or related field)
- Curious, coachable, and comfortable learning in a hands-on manufacturing environment
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
- Organized and reliable; able to balance multiple priorities
- Basic comfort with Microsoft Excel; interest in Power BI/CRM is a plus
Professional Development & Networking
- Dedicated departmental mentors throughout the program
- Weekly reflections and guided feedback
- Resume review and mock interviews
- Participation in the Greater Des Moines Partnership – DSM Intern Connections Series, connecting you with local business leaders and fellow interns
Why Tension
At Tension Envelope & Print, interns are treated as value-adding contributors, not observers. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, gain meaningful exposure to multiple disciplines, and leave with tangible accomplishments and career clarity.
