About the role#
This is a full-time, hands-on sales internship based in Raleigh. You will work directly with our sales team to learn the beverage industry and build your professional skills. The program includes weekly meetings, networking events with senior management, and opportunities to mentor under divisions specializing in both retail and on-premise accounts.
What you'll do#
- Support in-store tastings and actively sell current and new products.
- Achieve sales objectives while building and maintaining customer relationships.
- Manage your own territory and serve accounts on a regular schedule.
- Merchandise shelves with strategic placement.
- Maintain cold boxes, build displays, and stock inventories across accounts.
- Keep up-to-date on company activities, industry trends, and government regulations.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Business or a related field, having completed your junior year.
- A 2026 graduation date is preferred.
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and provide exceptional customer service.
- Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record and your own transportation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software is preferred.
- Prior sales experience is a plus.
- You must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug test.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid position at $20 per hour.
- This is a rolling internship program.
About Johnson Brothers
Johnson Brothers is a family-owned distributor of wine, beer, and spirits. Founded in 1953, the company operates in 20 states across the United States. It maintains a large wholesale distribution network and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The business is based in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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