2027 Summer Internship | Sales | Indianapolis, IN

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits invites motivated students for a structured internship in Indianapolis. You will gain hands-on exposure across Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, and Warehouse/Delivery to understand how beverage distribution works.

As an intern, you will participate in on-site trainings, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to real projects aligned with your goals. This program emphasizes growth, learning, and practical experience in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Residence near internship or housing is required.
• Junior in college pursuing BS/BA in business, sales, marketing, communications, retail, or hospitality.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the start of the internship.
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Teamwork, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to secure and maintain a valid driver's license and auto‑liability insurance as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of teams to become familiar in all aspects of the company.
• Participate in training, on-site meetings, and department-wide learning opportunities as available.
• Assist with our On-Premise Surveys.
• Support the team with additional projects as assigned and defined by student learning goals.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Junior in college; BS/BA in business, sales, marketing, communications, retail, or hospitality

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people - and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer's isn't just one of Forbes' Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer's is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer's, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Company

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Other

Sales

Overview

The Intern works in one area of our business or a variety of teams including but not limited to: Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, Special Events, and Warehouse & Delivery to gain knowledge and understanding of the alcohol distribution industry. The structured internship opportunity is designed to give students exposure to the wine and spirits industry and broad experience in various aspects of the relationship between marketing, sales, and distribution.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of teams to become familiar in all aspects of the company
• Participate in training, on‑site meetings, and department‑wide learning opportunities as available
• Assist with our On‑Premise Surveys
• Support the team with additional projects as assigned and defined by student's specific learning goals
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Reside in the vicinity of the internship or can obtain housing
• Must be a Junior in college and graduating the following semester or year completing BS/BA in a variety of majors including but not limited to business, sales, marketing, communications, retail, or hospitality
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the start of the internship
• Maintain at a minimum a 2.0 GPA (Grade Point Average)
• Teamwork approach to accomplishing goals
• Attention to details
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to secure and maintain a valid driver's license and auto‑liability insurance in accordance with state laws

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include driving throughout the day with segments up to 2 hours
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affi… Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges. If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at [e-mail]