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The Industrial Solutions Network of CED

Wholesale electrical supplies and automation solutions

Engineering Intern

Fall 2026
No salary listed
Internship
Kansas City, MO, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Sales
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have a current, valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Must be able to communicate both in writing and verbally in English.
Responsibilities
  • Learn all aspects of the Consolidated Electrical Distributors business.
  • Participate in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, counter sales, sales, customer relations, and on-the-job training as assigned during the program.
  • Work on special projects such as market sales or customer analysis, as well as other projects designed by the management team and the intern.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software.
  • Ability to solve problems.
  • Ability to handle a heavy volume of work and multiple tasks simultaneously.

About the company

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The Industrial Solutions Network of CED

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The Industrial Solutions Network of CED sells electrical supplies and automation hardware to industrial customers through a nationwide wholesale network. Its decentralized model preserves local brands and management while leveraging shared purchasing and resources across 700+ locations. Products include switchgear, transformers, wiring, circuit breakers, lighting, solar components, home automation, and manufacturing automation/digital transformation tools. The goal is to help contractors, OEMs, and industrial facilities obtain equipment and automation solutions efficiently, safely, and at scale by combining local market know-how with national scale and technology partners.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

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Headquarters

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What believers are saying

  • CED’s 2026 industrial training events deepen customer lock-in and consultant relationships.
  • ARIA partnership expanded OT cybersecurity offerings for Rockwell and industrial endpoint customers.
  • CED keeps winning partner recognition for hazardous-area compliance and customized automation solutions.

What critics are saying

  • CED slipped to #5 among U.S. electrical distributors in 2026.
  • Patchwork legacy systems across 700-plus branches fragment ordering, data, and customer experience.
  • No public financing or reporting increases succession and transparency risk under Colburn control.

What makes The Industrial Solutions Network of CED unique

  • CED’s decentralized profit-center model preserves local brands, managers, and customer relationships.
  • Industrial Solutions Network bundles automation hardware, software, services, and partner ecosystems.
  • CED’s 700-plus locations create unmatched local inventory and fulfillment reach.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Parental Leave
  • Disability Insurance
  • Profit Sharing