About the role#
This paid, full-time internship offers hands-on experience in face-to-face sales. Throughout the summer, you will work alongside experienced sales professionals, account managers, and department leaders to develop your skills in the field. This role includes a phone and car allowance, with the potential for full-time employment upon graduation.
What you'll do#
- Deliver customer service and support sales growth across various industries within your assigned territory.
- Coordinate and conduct one-on-one customer visits to provide business solutions using the company catalog and website.
- Participate in two weeks of professional sales training to build product knowledge and presentation skills.
- Attend weekly sales team meetings to learn from account managers, share ideas, and refine your sales approach.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a college sophomore or junior.
- Strong professional communication and presentation skills.
- A hardworking, enthusiastic, and team-oriented mindset.
- Majors in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Communications, Economics, Logistics, or Human Resources are preferred.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in Portland, OR, Vancouver, WA, or Beaverton, OR.
- The internship takes place during the Summer of 2027.
- All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening.
About Uline
Uline operates as a wholesale distributor of industrial, shipping, and packaging supplies. The company was founded in 1980 and remains privately held. Based in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, it employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. Its product catalog includes warehouse equipment, janitorial items, and material moving tools.
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