Sales Intern - Summer 2027

RR Donnelley & Sons; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons (RRD) is seeking a Summer Sales Intern for 2027 to gain hands-on experience across the full sales process within a fast-paced, real-world environment.

You will join a national internship cohort, receive formal training, work on real client projects, and shadow seasoned reps while contributing to regional initiatives. This internship serves as a pathway to full-time opportunities within the Associate Development Program after graduation.

Qualifications

• Open to rising college Juniors and Seniors; Business Management, Marketing or Sales majors preferred.
• Strong communication ability.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Critical and Analytical thinking ability.
• Motivated to learn and develop.
• Desire to help and support both team members and those outside the team.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly.

Responsibilities

• 5 days of Sales Training.
• 3 Days of training on our products and solutions.
• An individual project and presentation tackling a regional Sales issue.
• Group project and presentation addressing an RRD Business Initiative.
• Opportunity to shadow experienced Sales Reps.
• Opportunity to visit manufacturing facilities.
• Compete in a summer long sales competition.
• Have fun while doing all of the above.

Skills

Strong communication

Team & independent work

Critical thinking

Motivation to learn

Desire to help others

Tech adaptability

Job description

Company Description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry's most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Description

This is a summer internship opportunity for 2027.

As a Sales Intern with RRD, you will gain experience through a "hands on" Internship which covers all aspects of the Sales process. Your Internship experience will not be traditional. You will be immediately integrated into your sales region as well as your Intern cohort, which consists of other sales Interns across the United States.

In your Internship you will have the opportunity to contribute to real sales, you will contact real clients and prospects. You will work on projects that address a real business issue we are facing. You will meet and learn from countless professionals to build your professional network. You will leave RRD a stronger Sales Professional and you will offer us thoughts and insights to help us continue to thrive.

Responsibilities

• 5 days of Sales Training
• 3 Days of training on our products and solutions
• An individual project and presentation which tackles a regional Sales issue.
• A group project and presentation to address an RRD BusinessInitiative
• Opportunity to shadow experienced Sales Reps
• Opportunity to visit our manufacturing facilities
• Compete in a summer long sales competition
• Have fun while doing all of the above!

This Internship is one of our primary paths to the Full-time opportunities in our Associate Development Program after graduation. You can learn more about the Associate Development Program here:https://www.rrd.com/about/careers/career-development-programs/associate-program

Qualifications

• Open to rising college Juniors and Seniors.Business Management, Marketing or Sales majors are preferred, but all majors will be considered
• Strong communication ability
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• Critical and Analytical thinking ability
• Motivated to learn and develop
• Desire to help and support both team members and those outside the team
• Ability to learnnew technology quickly

Additional Information

The rate of pay for this role at the noted RRD location is $18 / hour. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.