Real Whirled Sales Development Program Intern, May 2027

Whirlpool Corporation; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Paid holidays

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation offers a Real Whirled Sales Intern program in North America, based in Southwest Michigan. The role targets strong communicators who can drive promotional plans, assist in sales analysis tools, and collaborate with sales teams across channels.

Successful interns may be considered for full-time opportunities after graduation. Interns gain hands-on experience in Channel Sales, New Business Development, Pricing & Promotions, and Sales Operations while benefiting from housing

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree with plans to graduate by May 2029.
• Current GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• US work authorization required; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing promotional plans and sales initiatives.
• Contribute to sales analysis tools and marketplace evaluations.
• Support pricing processes and communications to the Field Sales org.
• Collaborate with project managers across teams to improve pricing and promotions.
• Create learning and development solutions for Field Sales employees.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Presentation skills

Time management

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree (pursuing)

Job description

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

The Internship Program

The Real Whirled Sales Development program is seeking summer sales interns who are persuasive communicators with the ability to recommend and implement tactical and strategic business approaches. Within this internship program you will have the opportunity to drive sales results, implement new processes, and work cross functionally with sales teams throughout the North American Region (NAR) while expanding your skills and exploring the many core functions within Whirlpool Corporation’s Sales organization.

Upon successful completion of the summer internship program, you may be considered for employment opportunities within the Full Time Real Whirled Sales Development Program post-graduation.

Your day-to-day

Intern Projects Often Fall Within The Following Teams

• Channel Sales
• New Business Development
• Pricing & Promotions
• Sales Communications
• Sales Enablement & Training
• Sales Operations
• Product, Brand & Digital Marketing

As a Real Whirled Sales Intern you may have the opportunity to:

• Develop a framework for future promotional plans
• Drive the development of next generation sales analysis tools
• Analyze and drive in-store sales through selling activities
• Assist in the creation of marketplace effectiveness evaluations
• Collaborate with project managers to determine optimal pricing processes
• Evaluate current communications processes to the Field Sales organization
• Create learning and development solutions for Field Sales employees
• Create strategic plans for a particular sales channel

Program Location

Work out of our North American headquarters in Southwest Michigan. Take advantage of pristine beaches, a thriving art scene, and lush countryside in our location along the coast of Lake Michigan.

Whirlpool provides complimentary housing at Lake Michigan College for interns who live 50 miles or more from Benton Harbor, MI.

Learn more about our locations here.

Minimum Requirements

• Pursuing bachelor's degree with plans to graduate before or by May 2029
• Current cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
• Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program.

All candidates that meet the minimum qualifications of the job will be asked to complete our online assessment as a next step in the recruitment process.

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Sales or Marketing degree preferred
• Past sales or proven marketing experience is a plus
• Actively involved in campus or community activities and organizations, preferably in leadership roles
• Strong analytical and statistical analysis skills
• Ability to prioritize, manage time and multiple priorities effectively
• Strong presentation and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively and has enthusiasm, competitive drive, and self-motivation
• Strong relationship-building skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• Complimentary apartment-style housing at Lake Michigan College if relocating 50 miles or more
• Potential to qualify for complimentary carpool-style transportation
• Paid holidays
• Robust professional development and skill-building opportunities such as continuous improvement training, career exploration sessions and cross-functional case competition
• Networking & exposure to senior leadership
• Community service experiences
• Social & recreational events

Get to know more about our early career programs at https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/work-with-us-ca-students/

Connect With Us And Learn More About Whirlpool Corporation

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.