About the role#
The Management and Sales Internship is a 10 to 12 week paid summer program. You will gain hands-on experience in retail store operations, sales, and management. This role provides insight into professional sales by shadowing a Sales Representative and working directly with store leadership. You will also collaborate with other interns on a project that addresses a real business challenge.
What you'll do#
- Provide friendly assistance to customers in-store and over the phone.
- Maintain product displays and recommend items to customers.
- Develop a strong understanding of store 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.
- Unload deliveries and organize stockrooms to ensure efficient inventory flow.
- Participate in required training sessions and follow store policies.
- Support team members in resolving customer concerns.
- Complete a team-based project focused on a business challenge or store initiative.
What you'll need#
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You are currently enrolled in a college or university as a rising or current Junior or Senior.
- You are legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- You have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
- You have at least one year of experience in retail, delivery, or customer service.
- You have experience working in a team-oriented setting.
- You can read, write, and communicate in both English and Spanish.
- You can lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs on occasion.
- You are willing to work scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- If currently employed by Sherwin-Williams, you have received at least a meets expectations rating on your most recent performance appraisal and completed all required HR Cloud eLearning courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucson, Arizona
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment type: 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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