About the role#
The Sales Intern role focuses on driving sales growth for Contractor Equipment products within an assigned market. This position involves a demonstration and education-based approach to selling, requiring close collaboration with Field Sales and Paint Store Channel Distribution teams. This role is aimed at sophomore and junior-level college students. While the position can begin on a part-time basis during the school year, it requires full-time hours during Summer 2026.
What you'll do#
- Grow sales within the assigned market.
- Use provided database resources to identify and target end-users.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with Paint Store Sales Representatives.
- Conduct hands-on demonstrations of select equipment.
- Implement marketing programs as needed.
- Maintain a database of daily activities, including demonstrations and sales leads.
- Coordinate activities with local sales staff to ensure leads are converted into sales.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field.
- Hands-on, physical work experience, with painting experience preferred.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
- Basic knowledge of paint coatings.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to perform hands-on equipment demonstrations.
- Sales closing capability.
- Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned geography.
Location & details#
- Location: Gainesville, Florida, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position ($21.00 - $28.00 per hour).
- Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
About Graco
Graco designs and produces fluid handling equipment for a wide range of industries. Founded in 1926, the company operates in the machinery manufacturing sector. It serves customers in fields such as aerospace, automotive, and packaging. The organization is based in Minneapolis and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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