Paid Summer Management & Sales Internship

Sherwin-Williams; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Internship is a paid, 10-12-week summer program offering hands-on experience in our retail stores, with insight into management, sales, and store operations as well as meaningful customer experiences.

You will gain exposure to business-to-business and retail work in a paint store, travel with a Sales Representative, and complete a team-driven project with leadership support.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of the internship.
• Must be at least eighteen years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs on occasion.
• 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

Sales

Marketing/Promotions

Merchandising

Customer Relationship Management

Business Management

Education

Enrolled in college or university

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Internship is a paid, 10-12-week summer program offering hands-on experience in our retail stores, with insight into management, sales, and store operations as well as meaningful customer experiences.

You will gain exposure to business-to-business and retail work in a paint store, travel with a Sales Representative, and complete a team-driven project with leadership support.