About the role#
The Management and Sales Summer Internship is a 10-12 week program based in our retail stores. You will gain hands-on experience in business management, sales, and store operations. The program includes time shadowing a Sales Representative and working with store leadership. 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.
- Contribute to sales goals and support team members in resolving customer concerns.
- Develop a strong understanding of store merchandise to answer inquiries and ensure inventory accuracy.
- Assist with point-of-sale transactions, product mixing, and general store maintenance.
- Restock shelves, organize stockrooms, and manage inventory flow.
- Participate in training sessions and follow safety, HR, and loss prevention policies.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Currently enrolled in a college or university as a rising or current Junior or Senior.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Marketing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Previous experience working in a team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in Spanish.
- If currently employed at Sherwin-Williams, you must have a "meets expectations" rating on your most recent appraisal and have completed all required HR Cloud eLearning courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Fresno, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, 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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