Summer Retail Leadership & Sales Internship

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part 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, providing insight into management, sales, and store operations as well as meaningful customer experiences. You will gain insight into a career in outside sales by traveling with a Sales Representative and spending structured time with your management team.

You will also complete a project that addresses critical business issues alongside your peers and with

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of the internship or co-op program.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to retrieve materials from shelves and lift up to 50 lbs frequently and 70 lbs occasionally.
• Be willing to work all scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.

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 and loss prevention.
• Team Collaboration: Support team members in resolving customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
• Project Responsibility: Collaborate on a team-based project addressing a real business challenge or store initiative.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Sales experience

Education

Enrolled in college/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, providing insight into management, sales, and store operations as well as meaningful customer experiences. You will gain insight into a career in outside sales by traveling with a Sales Representative and spending structured time with your management team.

You will also complete a project that addresses critical business issues alongside your peers and with