About the role#
The Management and Sales Internship is a paid, 10-12 week summer program designed to provide hands-on experience in retail store operations. You will gain insight into management, sales, and store administration while working in a paint store environment. The program includes structured time with management teams and the opportunity to travel with a Sales Representative to learn about outside sales. You will also collaborate with fellow interns on a project that addresses a real business challenge or store initiative.
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.
- Develop a strong understanding of merchandise to answer inquiries and 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 to ensure efficient inventory flow.
- Participate in required training sessions and follow store policies.
- Support team members in resolving customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
- Collaborate on a team-based project and present outcomes.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Must be a rising or current Junior or Senior enrolled in a college or university.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Operations Management.
- At least one year of experience in delivery, retail, or customer service.
- Previous experience working in a team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in Spanish is preferred.
- Valid, unrestricted Driver's License.
- Ability to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks, including lifting up to 50 lbs frequently and 70 lbs on occasion.
- Willingness to work scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
- Internal candidates must have a meets expectations rating on their most recent performance appraisal and have completed all required HR Cloud eLearning courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Schaumburg, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
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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