Branch Operations Summer Internship: Hands-On Impact

QXO; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

QXO invites motivated students to join a 12-week Summer Internship Program embedded in branch locations across the United States. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to sales, customer service, inventory, and logistics while working with leaders to understand customers, products, and market priorities.

Interns will own projects, receive mentorship, complete a final presentation, and develop business, communication, and leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with expected graduation Winter 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028.
• Academic focus relevant to the internship or demonstrated interest in the applicable business area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with curiosity and a willingness to ask questions, evaluate information, and develop solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
• Interest in gaining hands-on business experience and learning more about career opportunities at QXO.
• Ability to work full-time for the duration of the 12-week summer internship program.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in a branch environment and engaging directly with branch team members, leaders, and customers as appropriate for their assignment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to meaningful projects and day-to-day business priorities within your assigned branch.
• Gain hands-on exposure to branch operations, including sales, customer service, inventory, logistics, and other core business activities.
• Work alongside QXO leaders and team members to understand our customers, products, markets, and business priorities.
• Take ownership of assigned work and use data and business insights to solve problems, improve processes, and support branch performance.
• Participate in team meetings and cross-functional activities to understand how branch operations connect to the broader QXO business.
• Support initiatives focused on sales growth, customer engagement, operational efficiency, inventory management, and process improvement.
• Build relationships with fellow interns, mentors, leaders, and colleagues while developing your business, communication, and leadership skills.
• Seek and apply feedback throughout the program to strengthen your performance and professional capabilities.
• Complete a final internship project addressing a relevant business opportunity or challenge and present your insights and recommendations to QXO leaders.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Leadership potential

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree candidate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

QXO invites motivated students to join a 12-week Summer Internship Program embedded in branch locations across the United States. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to sales, customer service, inventory, and logistics while working with leaders to understand customers, products, and market priorities.

Interns will own projects, receive mentorship, complete a final presentation, and develop business, communication, and leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.