Business Trainee Student Job ID 2025-6742 Location Brookings, South Dakota Type Student Temporary Shift Day Responsibilities

When you work at Daktronics, you’ll be part of something amazing. We design, engineer, manufacture and support bold, eye-catching digital LED display technology and audio systems.

 

Our products bring excitement to professional, college and high school games. They attract customers for businesses around the world, and even provide direction for people as they travel, work and play.

 

As part of the Daktronics team, you’ll have interesting, impactful work with flexible opportunities. You can learn and grow at a company that provides competitive compensation and meaningful benefits – and the people are second to none.

 

Learn more About Daktronics!

 

Where is this opportunity located? 

We have a strong preference for this individual to reside near our corporate headquarters in Brookings, South Dakota. Much of the work for this position can be done from a home office.

 

Candidates must be enrolled as a student and registered in at least 12 credits. Preferred applicants should be available to work 15-20 hours per week during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer. 

 

What is the pay and perks? 

The typical hiring range for this position is $13.75 to $14.50 per hour based on the location of Brookings, SD. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including relevant education, experiences, location, and applicable local legislation.

 

Students with GPA of 3.5 and above may be eligible for a $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed.  Additional conditions may apply.

 

This position is eligible for a subset of our company benefits including, employee discount program, employee assistance program, community donation program, unpaid time off, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, leaves, disability and accommodations. Information about Daktronics benefits can be found on our Career Opportunities (daktronics.com). This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by Daktronics at any time.

 

What will the work look like for me?  

As a Business Trainee Student, you will embark on a dynamic learning journey within our organization, gaining hands-on experience and insights into various facets of the business world. This role is tailored for college students eager to kickstart their career journey in the realm of business, providing exposure to different teams within Daktronics, while fostering professional growth and development. We will do our best to prepare you for full-time employment, so we can confidently encourage you to apply for our positions after graduation. 

 

You can expect to gain experience in the following areas: 

Sales Administration Services/Design & Development Administration Sales Coordination Quote and Order Specialists Project Coordination Daktronics Sports Marketing Training Events

Rotations look different for each student in terms of pathing through the different teams. Lengths in rotations can vary.  

 

Check out our Daktronics Student Career Video. 

Qualifications

Academic Requirements:

The preferred candidate will be a student registered in at least 12 credits and currently enrolled in accredited bachelor’s degree program in Business, Consumer Affairs, Economics, Entrepreneurial Studies, or related programs. The preferred candidate will be in their sophomore or junior year of school. Only strong academic performers will be considered. Must maintain an acceptable GPA, preference to 2.5 GPA or greater.  Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for this position.

Other Requirements: 

Applicants should be available to work 15-20 hours per week during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.  Good oral and written communication skills. Fluent in English, both written and verbal.   Self-motivated, flexible, organized, and strong need to work as a team player.  Attention to details is a must. Enthusiasm for learning and working on new projects and flexibility to ever-changing priorities and responsibilities. General computer skills including accurate keyboarding skills and ability to learn and navigate new software and tools. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position. 

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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