Paid Summer Internship: Management & Sales

Sherwin-Williams; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is offering a paid Management & Sales Internship for rising juniors and seniors. This 10-12 week summer program provides hands-on experience in retail stores, covering management, sales, and store operations, with a project addressing real business challenges.

Participants gain exposure by shadowing a Sales Representative, working with the management team, and potentially progressing to the Management & Sales Training Program (MTP).

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be enrolled in a college or university during internship.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs occasionally.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Provide friendly and professional assistance to customers in-store and over the phone.
• Sales Support: Maintain product displays and assist customers by recommending items that meet their needs.
• Product Knowledge: Develop a strong understanding of store merchandise to answer customer inquiries and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Inventory & Merchandising: Restock shelves, support inventory management, and contribute to visual merchandising efforts.
• Store Operations: Assist with point-of-sale transactions, product preparation/mixing, and general store maintenance.
• Logistics Support: Help with unloading deliveries, organizing stockrooms, and ensuring efficient inventory flow.
• Training & Compliance: Participate in required training sessions and adhere to store policies, including safety, HR guidelines, and loss prevention protocols.
• Team Collaboration: Support team members in resolving basic customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
• Project Responsibility: Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project that addresses a real business challenge or store initiative.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Teamwork

Communication

Multilingual

Education

Enrolled in college/university

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

Sherwin-Williams is offering a paid Management & Sales Internship for rising juniors and seniors. This 10-12 week summer program provides hands-on experience in retail stores, covering management, sales, and store operations, with a project addressing real business challenges.

Participants gain exposure by shadowing a Sales Representative, working with the management team, and potentially progressing to the Management & Sales Training Program (MTP).