Branch Operations Intern: Learn & Lead in Distribution

SRS Distribution, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

SRS Distribution, Inc. offers an on-site Branch Internship designed to give students hands-on exposure to branch leadership, operations, sales, and customer service in a real distribution environment.

You'll learn day-to-day distribution center activities, shadow sales professionals, and complete a summer project to present to leadership. The program emphasizes leadership, communication, problem-solving, and collaboration in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Management, or a related field.
• Expected to graduate within two semesters following completion of the internship.
• Available to work full-time for 10-12 weeks between May and August.
• Demonstrated involvement in work, student organizations, athletics, leadership, or other team-based activities.

Responsibilities

• Learn the day-to-day operations of a multi-million-dollar distribution center.
• Gain exposure to receiving, warehouse operations, dispatch, delivery, customer service, order entry, and outside sales.
• Work closely with the Branch Manager and branch team to understand how the business operates.
• Shadow experienced sales professionals and learn how we build and maintain customer relationships.
• Take ownership of a strategic summer project and present your work to company leadership.
• Participate in a 3-day visit to our corporate headquarters as part of the internship experience.
• Build practical skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, time management, and business operations.
• Participate in hands-on branch activities, including occasional handling of building materials.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Time-management

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

SRS Distribution, Inc. offers an on-site Branch Internship designed to give students hands-on exposure to branch leadership, operations, sales, and customer service in a real distribution environment.

You'll learn day-to-day distribution center activities, shadow sales professionals, and complete a summer project to present to leadership. The program emphasizes leadership, communication, problem-solving, and collaboration in a fast-paced setting.