Field Sales Intern — SkillBridge for Veterans

Black Rifle Coffee Company; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Rifle Coffee Company is actively hosting a Distribution Sales internship in Richmond, Virginia, designed for transitioning service members through the DOD SkillBridge program. You will shadow and support the Distribution Sales Manager team across a designated region (South, Central, or West), learning core functions of sales execution, distributor relations, and trade strategy.

This field-based role requires approximately 60% travel and emphasizes hands-on activation, data-driven

Qualifications

• Transitioning service members eligible for the DoD SkillBridge Program with pre-approval from Chain of Command that are within 180 days of separation.
• Ability to participate in internship for 150-180 days.
• Ability to travel 60% (3 days per week).
• A passion for BRCC's mission and commitment to Veteran, Military, and First Responder communities.
• Hungry to learn. Willing to ask questions, seek feedback, and take initiative.
• Ready to hustle - this is a field-facing role, not a desk job.
• Strong communicator with the ability to hold people accountable in a respectful, data-informed way.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Distribution Partners in your territory to ensure brand visibility, execution, and product availability.
• Ride along with DPs and engage at all levels from driver teams to executives.
• Own retail store visits with an eye for merchandising, promotional compliance, and sales opportunities.
• Use data and insights to drive accountability with partners and make informed decisions.
• Build relationships with store owners and managers to expand shelf space, drive sell-through, and improve the customer experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify issues and propose solutions to drive growth.

Skills

Strong communicator

Willing to learn

Self-motivated

Ability to travel

Ask questions

Education

DoD SkillBridge eligibility

Job description

Black Rifle Coffee Company is actively hosting a Distribution Sales internship in Richmond, Virginia, designed for transitioning service members through the DOD SkillBridge program. You will shadow and support the Distribution Sales Manager team across a designated region (South, Central, or West), learning core functions of sales execution, distributor relations, and trade strategy.

This field-based role requires approximately 60% travel and emphasizes hands-on activation, data-driven