About the role#
The Management and Sales Summer Internship is a paid, 10-12 week program. You will gain hands-on experience in retail store operations, sales, and management. The program includes traveling with a Sales Representative to learn about outside sales and working with store leadership to complete a project that addresses a real business challenge. This internship is open to current college students interested in a career in sales and business management.
What you'll do#
- Provide friendly assistance to customers in-store and over the phone.
- Maintain product displays and recommend items to meet customer needs.
- Support sales goals and contribute to a welcoming store environment.
- Develop a strong understanding of merchandise to answer inquiries and ensure inventory accuracy.
- Restock shelves, manage inventory, and assist with visual merchandising.
- Handle point-of-sale transactions, mix paint products, and perform general store maintenance.
- Unload deliveries, organize stockrooms, and support efficient inventory flow.
- Participate in training sessions and follow safety, HR, and loss prevention policies.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve customer concerns.
- Work with fellow interns on a team-based project to address a store initiative.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Currently enrolled in a college or university, specifically as a rising or current Junior or Senior.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Marketing.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.
- Willingness to work all scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
- At least one year of experience in retail, delivery, or customer service.
- Experience working in a team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in more than one language, with proficiency in Spanish preferred.
- Internal applicants must have a meets expectations rating on their most recent performance appraisal and have completed all required HR Cloud eLearning courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Walnut Creek, California.
- 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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