About the role#
The Management and Sales Summer Internship is a paid, 10-12-week program focused on hands-on retail store operations. You will gain practical experience in business-to-business sales, marketing, and store management. Interns work alongside management teams and sales representatives to gain insight into the industry. You will also complete a team-based project that addresses a specific 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 to customers.
- Contribute to sales goals through effective support.
- Develop a strong understanding of store merchandise.
- Restock shelves, manage inventory, and assist with visual merchandising.
- Process point-of-sale transactions and prepare or mix products.
- Help unload deliveries and organize stockrooms.
- Participate in training sessions and follow store policies.
- Support team members in resolving customer concerns.
- Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project.
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 enrolled in a college or university, specifically a rising or current Junior or Senior.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and 70 lbs. on occasion.
- Willingness to work scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
- At least one year of experience in delivery, retail, or customer service.
- Experience working in a team-oriented setting.
- Ability to communicate in more than one language, including Spanish.
- If currently employed by the company, you must have a meets expectations rating and have completed all required HR Cloud eLearning courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: 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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