Entry Level Sales Trainee Jobs
New grad sales trainee jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or demonstrated communication skills can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage, Sports & Recreation, and Technology & Software, with employers like Red Bull, Carmax Business Services, and CarMax hiring at this level now.
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Position Overview
As a CA Sales Consultant Trainee, you will be the face of CarMax, delivering an iconic customer experience that sets us apart. Your mission is to help customers find the right vehicle for their lifestyle—not just the most expensive option—by building genuine relationships and understanding their needs. At CarMax, honesty and transparency are the foundation of our success, and those same qualities will help you thrive in this role.
No prior auto sales experience? No problem! We provide paid training, a dedicated personal sales mentor, and continuous development opportunities. If you bring strong interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people, we’ll give you the tools to succeed. This role offers career growth potential, with paths to mentorship, management, and leadership for those ready to learn and excel.
Why CarMax?
At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.
Role Responsibilities
- Assist customers in finding vehicles that fit their needs using your knowledge of CarMax inventory.
- Guide customers through the entire process, including appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.
- Deliver an exceptional experience by listening actively and providing clear, honest information.
- Complete accurate documentation for all transactions to ensure a smooth and transparent process.
- Collaborate with team members to meet customer needs and achieve store goals.
- Maintain a professional, customer-first approach in every interaction, and stay informed about CarMax products, services, and promotions to better serve customers.
- Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Required Qualifications
- Sales or customer service experience in retail or similar environments preferred.
- Strong listening and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfort with technology for processing transactions and accessing inventory information.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Commitment to integrity and transparency in every customer interaction.
- Willingness to learn and grow through CarMax-provided training and mentorship.
About CarMax
At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.
As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
Sales Consultants earn an average of $65,000 annually. Top performers can earn $90,000+ annually.
The hourly rate for this position is:
$17.82 - $20.00
Incentives:
In the state of California this position is eligible for incentives and bonuses.
Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, those considered part-time are eligible for sick time only in states that mandate it and amounts are accrued on a per pay period basis and range from 24 hours to unlimited based on state rules. In Washington, part-time Associates receive sick leave consistent with state law. Part-time Associates are also eligible for between 8 hours and 40 hours per year of vacation based on their length of service and subject to a 1 year waiting period. Part-time Associates are also eligible for 4 hours of Floating Holiday Time each calendar year subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
Location: 7272 - Torrance - 18020 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, California, 90504
Position Overview
As a CA Sales Consultant Trainee, you will be the face of CarMax, delivering an iconic customer experience that sets us apart. Your mission is to help customers find the right vehicle for their lifestyle—not just the most expensive option—by building genuine relationships and understanding their needs. At CarMax, honesty and transparency are the foundation of our success, and those same qualities will help you thrive in this role.
No prior auto sales experience? No problem! We provide paid training, a dedicated personal sales mentor, and continuous development opportunities. If you bring strong interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people, we’ll give you the tools to succeed. This role offers career growth potential, with paths to mentorship, management, and leadership for those ready to learn and excel.
Why CarMax?
At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.
Role Responsibilities
- Assist customers in finding vehicles that fit their needs using your knowledge of CarMax inventory.
- Guide customers through the entire process, including appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.
- Deliver an exceptional experience by listening actively and providing clear, honest information.
- Complete accurate documentation for all transactions to ensure a smooth and transparent process.
- Collaborate with team members to meet customer needs and achieve store goals.
- Maintain a professional, customer-first approach in every interaction, and stay informed about CarMax products, services, and promotions to better serve customers.
- Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Required Qualifications
- Sales or customer service experience in retail or similar environments preferred.
- Strong listening and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfort with technology for processing transactions and accessing inventory information.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Commitment to integrity and transparency in every customer interaction.
- Willingness to learn and grow through CarMax-provided training and mentorship.
About CarMax
At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.
As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
Sales Consultants earn an average of $65,000 annually. Top performers can earn $90,000+ annually.
The hourly rate for this position is:
$17.82 - $20.00
Incentives:
In the state of California this position is eligible for incentives and bonuses.
Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, those considered part-time are eligible for sick time only in states that mandate it and amounts are accrued on a per pay period basis and range from 24 hours to unlimited based on state rules. In Washington, part-time Associates receive sick leave consistent with state law. Part-time Associates are also eligible for between 8 hours and 40 hours per year of vacation based on their length of service and subject to a 1 year waiting period. Part-time Associates are also eligible for 4 hours of Floating Holiday Time each calendar year subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
Location: 7272 - Torrance - 18020 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, California, 90504
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Entry Level Sales Trainee Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level sales trainee job?
Entry level sales trainee employers look for candidates who can demonstrate communication skills, coachability, and a genuine interest in sales rather than years of experience. A completed internship, involvement in campus sales or business clubs, or a history of customer-facing work gives you a real edge. Tailor your resume to show results, even small ones, and research each company before applying.
Which companies hire entry level sales trainees?
Companies hiring entry level sales trainees right now include Red Bull, Carmax Business Services, and CarMax, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including large national companies with formal training programs and smaller regional firms that prefer to develop talent from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level sales trainee jobs?
Yes, though most entry level sales trainee roles are on-site or hybrid, especially for candidates in formal training programs. About 5% of entry level sales trainee openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be inside sales or phone-based roles where remote work is more practical from day one.
Are these new grad sales trainee jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior sales trainee roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or coursework in place of full-time history, or mentions a structured onboarding or training program. If a listing does not require prior sales experience, it is generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level sales trainees?
Entry Level sales trainee roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Sports & Recreation, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on high-volume sales pipelines and prefer to train new hires on their own products, processes, and customer base from the start.