Sales Intern - Merlo Energy

Galloup; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group is seeking a Sales Intern for a 10-12 week paid program in Grand Rapids, MI. You will support sales initiatives by delivering projects from start to finish while gaining exposure to customer engagement, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will work onsite with potential remote/hybrid options, receive mentorship, and participate in leadership interactions and community events during the program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associates, bachelor’s or graduate degree at an accredited institution in Business, Sales, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics or related field; Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Analytics/Computer Skills: knowledge of common software packages, data analysis, organization skills, and detail orientation.
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: able to see, talk, hear and sit for 8 hours; accommodations available.

Responsibilities

• Support key sales initiatives by completing project-based assignments that improve processes and customer experience.
• Gain hands-on exposure to foundational sales principles, customer engagement, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Customer Focus

Results-Driven

Accountability

Teamwork

Decision Quality

Technical Aptitude

Time Management

Education

Associate/Bachelor’s/Graduate degree (pursuing)

GPA 3.0+

Job description

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you’ll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We’re that company where people stay! We’re proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you’ll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary: The Sales Intern role is responsible for supporting key sales initiatives by completing project-based assignments that improve processes, enhance customer experience, and drive value for the business. This role provides hands‑on exposure to foundational sales principles, customer engagement, data analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration, offering meaningful real‑world experience within The Kendall Group’s Sales function.

What you can expect:

The Kendall Group offers a 10-12-week paid internship program where you are provided with the experience and knowledge essential for a career within Sales. This is a project‑based internship, where each intern will own and deliver a project or multiple projects from start to finish during their time with The Kendall Group. Each project will be addressing a gap within the function and driving tangible value for the business. This program has been highly successful at giving valuable experience to students as well as providing potential long‑term opportunities within the company.

This unique program allows individuals the opportunity for direct exposure to foundational Sales principles and work alongside Sales professionals. Our internship program is designed to ensure you have an optimal experience by doing real world work that is meaningful to our business and customers. You will have a dedicated manager/trainer, personal coach, and regular meetings with a member of the internship coordination team. You will have the opportunity to experience our passion about giving back to the community by participating in a Kendall Charitable Giving Event. During your internship at Kendall, you’ll have the chance to meet and familiarize yourself with our executive and senior leadership team members, as well as gain exposure to the various business units and departments that make up our organization.

Location:

Must be flexible to work onsite most, if not all, days. Some remote or hybrid opportunities may be considered.

Competencies you possess:

• Customer Focus
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Decision Quality
• Displaying Technical Expertise
• Time Management

What you’ll need:

• Education: Pursuing an associates, bachelor’s or graduate degree at an accredited institution in Business, Sales, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics or related field; Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Analytics/Computer Skills A well-rounded skill set including knowledge of common software packages, data analysis, organization skills, and the general nature of being detail-oriented
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
  o Ability to see, talk and hear
  o Ability to sit for 8 hours a day

Physical Environment:

Normal office environment

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.