2027 Northeast Branch Intern - Multiple Locations

SRS Distribution • Plainville, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Branch Internship offers hands-on experience at a local distribution center, working with branch leadership, operations, sales, and customer service teams. During the summer, interns learn how the business operates, take ownership of a strategic project, and build experience that may prepare them for a full-time opportunity in the Management Trainee (MIT) Program after graduation.

The internship is an on-site position at a Northeast Region branch. Interns work across office and warehouse settings and participate in practical branch activities, which may include occasional handling of building materials. The internship includes a three-day visit to corporate headquarters. Strong performers may be considered for the Management Trainee Program after graduation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Management, or a related field.
• Expected to graduate within two semesters following completion of the internship.
• Available to work full-time for 10–12 weeks between May and August.
• Demonstrated involvement in work, student organizations, athletics, leadership, or other team-based activities.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Interest in distribution, operations, sales, leadership, or management.
• Comfortable working in both an office and warehouse environment, including occasionally lifting materials up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screenings.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, customer service, leadership, sales, or operations experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Exposure to distribution, logistics, supply chain, or building materials.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn the day-to-day operations of a multi-million-dollar distribution center.
• Gain exposure to receiving, warehouse operations, dispatch, delivery, customer service, order entry, and outside sales.
• Work with the Branch Manager and branch team to understand how the business operates.
• Shadow sales professionals and learn how customer relationships are built and maintained.
• Take ownership of a strategic summer project and present the work to company leadership.
• Participate in a three-day visit to corporate headquarters.
• Build practical skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, time management, and business operations.
• Participate in hands-on branch activities, including occasional handling of building materials.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, and floating time.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance.
• Competitive weekly or bi-weekly pay.
• Discretionary bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern