Sales Internships
Sales internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on experience managing real pipelines and client conversations, mentorship from working sales professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Evo Pricing, Sherwin-Williams, and MathWorks among the employers posting roles now.
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- Sales
- Marketing/Promotions
- Merchandising
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Management
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible
What is the Process to get Started?
Step 1 – Online Application
Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/
Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners
Step 2 – Digital Interview
Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions
You’ll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation
Step 3 – In-Store Interview
Your video interview is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team and our top candidates are invited to meet with our team in a store, specialty wholesale branch, floorcovering facility or delivery service terminal.
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
- Customer Service: Provide friendly and professional assistance to customers in-store and over the phone. Ensure a welcoming environment and positive customer experience.
- Sales Support: Maintain product displays and assist customers by recommending items that meet their needs. Contribute to sales goals through effective support.
- 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, HR guidelines, and loss prevention protocols.
- Team Collaboration: Support team members in resolving basic customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
- Project Responsibility: Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project that addresses a real business challenge or store initiative. Contribute ideas, share responsibilities, and present outcomes, demonstrating teamwork, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
- Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of the internship or co-op program
- Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion
- Must be willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License
- Have at least one (1) year experience working in a delivery, retail, or customer service position
- Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish
- Be a rising or current Junior or Senior in college or university at the start of the internship program
#SHWEarlyTalent
- Sales
- Marketing/Promotions
- Merchandising
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Management
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible
What is the Process to get Started?
Step 1 – Online Application
Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/
Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners
Step 2 – Digital Interview
Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions
You’ll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation
Step 3 – In-Store Interview
Your video interview is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team and our top candidates are invited to meet with our team in a store, specialty wholesale branch, floorcovering facility or delivery service terminal.
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
- Customer Service: Provide friendly and professional assistance to customers in-store and over the phone. Ensure a welcoming environment and positive customer experience.
- Sales Support: Maintain product displays and assist customers by recommending items that meet their needs. Contribute to sales goals through effective support.
- 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, HR guidelines, and loss prevention protocols.
- Team Collaboration: Support team members in resolving basic customer concerns and completing shared tasks.
- Project Responsibility: Collaborate with fellow interns on a team-based project that addresses a real business challenge or store initiative. Contribute ideas, share responsibilities, and present outcomes, demonstrating teamwork, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
- Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of the internship or co-op program
- Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion
- Must be willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License
- Have at least one (1) year experience working in a delivery, retail, or customer service position
- Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish
- Be a rising or current Junior or Senior in college or university at the start of the internship program
#SHWEarlyTalent
Sales Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Evo Pricing59E
- Sherwin-Williams6
- MathWorks1
- Campbell's1
- Minth North America1
Tips for Your Sales Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think the cycle opens
Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, and structured sales cohort programs often close before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates. Check listings in both windows so you don't miss either end of the cycle.
Build proof before you apply
Sales intern candidates who stand out show recruiters something concrete, a documented mock pitch deck, a written cold outreach sequence, or a case study framing a real buyer problem. List the tools you used and link to the work where it's publicly accessible. Coursework that includes a sales simulation or negotiation project counts too.
Work campus resources and direct applications together
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster than online applicants. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your pitch screen out loud before you apply
Sales intern interviews typically include a mock cold call, a short role-play with a hiring manager acting as a prospect, or a "sell me this" prompt. Practice your answers out loud, not just in your head, because interviewers weight how you handle objections and recover in real time as much as the content of your pitch.
Target structured SDR and rotational sales programs early
Many larger companies run cohort or rotational programs built to train people new to sales, SDR programs, business development associate tracks, and university sales programs are common examples. They offer structured onboarding and mentorship from working sales professionals, but they recruit in the first wave and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit and apply immediately.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 98% of the sales internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're not sorting through roles you cannot take. Locking in your criteria first keeps your list manageable and your applications focused.
Sales Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sales internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For sales candidates, the concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a documented case study, cold outreach sample, or mock pitch deck showing how you think about a buyer problem. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a sales internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it in sales is hitting activity targets on real accounts, demonstrating coachability with feedback from your manager, and timing relative to team headcount at offer season. Position for it by treating every rep opportunity seriously, without counting on a return offer as a given.
When should I apply for sales internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September, and structured cohort programs fill before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you don't miss either window.
Are sales internships paid?
Most professional sales internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and some roles include commission or performance bonuses on top of a base stipend. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly on the listing, so you can compare options as you apply.
What should a sales internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects that show how you handled a sales problem, a case study, a mock pitch deck with a defined target customer, or a cold outreach sequence you wrote and tested. Name the tools you used and link to the work where it's publicly accessible. Add relevant coursework and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote sales internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 2% of the sales internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they're open to candidates regardless of location, so apply early. Filter by work type at the start of your search so you're only reviewing roles you can actually commit to.
What is a sales development representative (SDR) internship?
An SDR internship places you on an outbound or inbound prospecting team, working real accounts under a quota or activity target, cold calls, sequenced outreach, and qualifying conversations with potential buyers. It's one of the most direct paths into a full-time sales career and is common at technology and SaaS companies. These programs recruit early and are competitive, so apply in the first wave of postings.
Can international students get sales internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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