About the role#
The Management and Sales Summer Internship is a paid, 10-12 week program designed to provide hands-on experience in retail store operations. You will gain insight into management, sales, and business-to-business customer service. 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 peers 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.
- Ensure a welcoming environment and a positive customer experience.
- 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 answer inquiries and ensure inventory accuracy.
- Restock shelves, manage inventory, and contribute to visual merchandising.
- 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 regarding safety, HR guidelines, and loss prevention.
- Support team members in resolving customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
- Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project and present outcomes.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be a rising or current Junior or Senior in a college or university.
- Must be enrolled in a college or university during the internship.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willingness to work all scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- At least one year of experience in delivery, retail, or customer service.
- Previous experience in a team-oriented setting.
- A valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
- Ability to communicate in more than one language, with proficiency in Spanish being a plus.
- 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: Seattle, Washington.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time internship.
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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