Inside Sales Intern - Tempe

W.W. Grainger, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support may be available

Job summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. in Tempe, AZ, offers a 10-week Inside Sales Internship designed for students pursuing a sales career after graduation. You will gain hands-on experience in account management, participate in training with Grainger’s leadership, and interact with customers to deliver value.

The program includes four weeks of training, mentorship, and ongoing feedback, with a focus on developing communication and selling skills and ending with a final presentation to leadership.

Qualifications

• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Interest in pursuing a career in sales after graduation.
• Expected Bachelor's degree between Dec 2027 and May 2028 in Sales, Business, Marketing or related field.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work up to 40 hours per week during the internship.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers up to 40 hours per week to understand needs and provide solutions.
• Participate in training sessions and mentorship experiences.
• Deliver a final presentation to department leadership outlining outcomes and recommendations.
• Develop sales skills and build relationships with Grainger customers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Sales, Business, Marketing or related field

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Career Opportunities: Inside Sales Intern - Tempe (332596)

Requisition ID332596-Posted08/17/2026

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working®by serving more than4.6 million customersworldwide with maintenance, repair andoperating(MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customerexpertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported2025 revenue of$17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $20/hour.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

The Grainger Inside Sales Internship Program is a 10-week experience based in Tempe, AZ. This program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in salesafter graduation and want hands-on experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Interns will gain exposure to account management, participate in learning sessions with Grainger’s Executive Leadership team, and engage in professional development and team-building experiences. The program begins with a comprehensive 4-week sales training, where you’ll learn foundational selling skills and business acumen designed to set you up for success.

Following training, you will work in a team-oriented sales center environment, building relationships with Grainger customers. This includes up to 40 hours per week communicating with customers over the phone to understand their needs, provide solutions, and deliver exceptional service.

Throughout the internship, you will receive ongoing feedback and performance evaluations from your manager to support your growth. At the conclusion of the program, interns will deliver a final presentation to department leadership, highlighting project outcomes and strategic recommendations.

Additional Details

• Housing support may be available for interns who live outside a 30-mile radius from their assigned internship location.

You Will

Develop Sales Skills:Receive hands-on training and coaching to strengthen your communication, negotiation, and selling capabilities.

Build Relationships:Work directly with customers to understand their needs and deliver value-driven solutions.

Receive Mentorship:Partner with a peer mentor and manager who will provide guidance and continuous feedback.

Expand Your Network:Build meaningful connections with peers, leaders, and professionals across the organization.

You Have

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

A stronginterest in pursuing a career in salesafter graduation

Expected graduation with a bachelor’s degree in Sales, Business, Marketing, or a related field between December 2027 and May 2028

Strong communicationskills and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work up to40 hoursper week during the internship

Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.