Retail Marketing Sampling Experience Internship - Summer 2027

Springs Window Fashions and Affiliated Companies; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HQ on-site fitness center

Exposure to other roles within SWF

Career advancement opportunities

Regular cross-functional interaction

Paid on-the-job training

Job summary

Springs Window Fashions is offering a Retail Sampling Experience Internship for Summer 2027. The role focuses on evaluating how product samples perform in retail, how they influence buying decisions, and how to transform sampling into a selling tool.

The intern will benchmark competitor approaches, assess the swatching program, and collaborate with multiple teams to maximize consumer in-store experience and sales effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year degree with Sophomore/Junior standing.
• Previous internship experience in relevant function.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written) and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a structured evaluation of the physical product sampling offered by Springs.
• Benchmark best-in-class sampling from competitors.
• Turn the physical sample into a tool that helps close the sale.
• Evaluate the swatching program for in-store consumer experience.
• Cross-reference all sampling at retail with adjacent categories like cabinets and countertops.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Verbal communication

Written communication

Positive attitude

Education

Pursuing a 4-year degree (Sophomore/Junior)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Retail Sampling Experience Internship – Summer 2027

The Best Experience Company

Our tagline is “The Best Experience Company.” More than just a set of words, it represents the essence of who we areat Springs Window Fashions. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates, consumers and end users, business partners, and communities.We want you to join our team of passionate self-starters who believe the world is full of Best Experience opportunities. So, ifyou’reexcited about thethought of a Best Experience career with a team focused on creating Best Experiences for all, we want to hear from you!

Internship Overview

The Retail Sampling Experience Intern will support a comprehensive evaluation of Springs’ physical product sampling experience across retail environments. This internship will focus on understanding how product samples are used by consumers, retailers, and sales teams, and identifying opportunities to transform sampling from a basic product reference into a more effective selling and decision-support tool.

Internship Projects and Responsibilities:

• Conduct a structured evaluation of the physical product sampling offered by Springs
• Benchmark best-in-class sampling from competitors
• The goal would be to turn the physical sample from a product reference into a tool (or tools) that helps close the sale
• The swatching program will be another leverage point that wil be evaluated and leveraged to maximize consumer experience in-store
• Will include a comprehensive evaluation of all sampling at retail and cross-reference to adjacent custom categories at retail, such as cabinets, countertops, etc.

WhatSpring’sBest ExperienceMeans for You

Springs Window Fashions offers incredible opportunities to develop the skills you’ll need to be successful in a fast-paced consumer products company. You’ll also be provided with several perks and benefits as a member of the Springs team:

• Newly renovated corporate headquarters (including on-site fitness center)
• Exposure to other roles and functions within SWF
• Career advancement opportunities
• Regular interaction with multiple functional areas and with others at all levels within the organization, from production to senior leadership
• Paid on-the-job training; in-depth product knowledge sessions via online courses, live online classes, and live sessions

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Previous internship experience in relevant function
• Pursuing a 4-year degree with preferred current standing of Sophomore/Junior level
• Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and attention to detail)
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Culture

• Our Core Value: We do the right thing, always
• Our Seven Cultural Behaviors
  • Empowerment - We trust our people.
  • Ownership - We take 100% responsibility for our roles actions, and results.
  • Leadership - We all lead by example and talk direct with respect (DWR).
  • One Team - We are One Springs Team.
  • Customer First -We consider our customers' needs before every decision.
  • Continuous Innovation - We are constantly learning, innovating, and improving.
  • Speed - We define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and agility.