About the role#
Coburn Supply Co. offers a paid summer internship for current college students, graduate students, or recent graduates. This 10-week program runs from June to August and provides an introduction to the wholesale distribution industry, including plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and electrical sectors. You will work under the mentorship of a local branch manager and gain exposure to branch operations, executive leadership, and daily business activities. This is a full-time position requiring 35 to 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Assist staff with data entry across multiple databases.
- Learn to identify and support customer needs.
- Restock inventory for both counter sales and the warehouse.
- Meet with vendor representatives to gain product knowledge.
- Explore different sales areas, including inside, counter, showroom, and outside sales.
- Observe and learn the daily operations of the branch and warehouse.
- Collaborate with management to complete a project aimed at improving operations, which you will present at the end of the internship.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in college or graduate school, or recent graduation.
- Strong technical skills to navigate various programs and applications.
- A desire to learn the dynamics of the distribution business.
- Good interpersonal skills and high attention to detail.
- Ability to complete a project and deliver a final presentation.
Location & details#
This is an on-site role. Primary locations are determined based on branch needs and your preferred location. Available cities include:
- Texas: Beaumont, Conroe, Galveston, Huntsville, Longview, Lufkin, New Caney, North Houston, Tyler
- Louisiana: Abita Springs, Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Bossier City, Denham Springs, Hammond, Harahan, Houma, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Shreveport, West Monroe
- Mississippi: Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Richland, Tupelo
- Tennessee: Memphis, Nashville
About Coburn Supply Co.
Coburn Supply Co. is a wholesale distributor founded in 1934. Based in Beaumont, Texas, the company employs 718 people. It serves contractors, home builders, and remodelers across Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama. The business provides plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical products through its distribution centers and showrooms.
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