About the role#
The Management and Sales Internship is a paid 10-12 week summer program based in Lexington, Kentucky. This full-time, on-site experience provides insight into retail store operations, sales, and management. You will work within our stores to gain practical business experience, travel with a Sales Representative, and collaborate with peers on a project addressing a business challenge.
What you'll do#
- Provide friendly and professional assistance to customers in-store and over the phone.
- Maintain product displays and recommend items that meet customer needs.
- Contribute to sales goals through effective support.
- Develop a strong understanding of store merchandise to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Restock shelves and support visual merchandising efforts.
- Assist with point-of-sale transactions, product mixing, and general store maintenance.
- Help with unloading deliveries and organizing stockrooms.
- Participate in required training and follow store policies regarding safety and loss prevention.
- Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be a rising or current Junior or Senior enrolled in a college or university.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Marketing.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- At least one year of experience in retail, delivery, or customer service.
- Previous experience in a team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in more than one language, including Spanish.
- Valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs occasionally.
- Willingness to work all scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Internal candidates must have a rating of at least meets expectations on their most recent performance appraisal and have completed all required HR Cloud eLearning courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Kentucky
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Paid, full-time
About Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams manufactures paints, coatings, and adhesives for a global market. Founded in 1866, the company maintains its headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. It operates 130 distribution centers and over 5,000 retail locations. The organization employs more than 50,000 people and specializes in industrial and marine coatings alongside product finishes for original equipment manufacturers.
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