About the role#
The Management and Sales Summer Internship is a paid, 10-12-week program focused on retail operations, sales, and management. You will gain practical experience in a paint store setting, including time spent with Sales Representatives and store management. Interns work on a team-based 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.
- Assist with point-of-sale transactions, product preparation, mixing, and general store maintenance.
- Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project to solve business challenges.
- Support team members in resolving basic customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
- Restock shelves, support inventory management, and contribute to visual merchandising efforts.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of the program.
- Must be a rising or current Junior or Senior in college or university.
- Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
- Ability to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Operations Management.
Location & details#
- Location: Billings, Montana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
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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