2027 Midwest Branch Intern - Multiple Locations
About The Position
The Branch Intern gains hands-on experience at a local distribution center and learns how the business operates across branch leadership, operations, sales, and customer service. Over the summer, the intern learns branch operations, takes ownership of a strategic project, and presents the work to company leadership. The internship includes a three-day visit to corporate headquarters and may provide strong performers with consideration for the full-time Management Trainee (MIT) Program after graduation. The internship is based on-site at a branch location in the Midwest Region: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, or South Dakota. Interns work in both office and warehouse environments and participate in hands-on branch activities, including occasional handling of building materials. The internship lasts 10–12 weeks between May and August.
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 experienced 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
- Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay
- Discretionary bonuses
- 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 benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
- Optional long-term disability
- Additional life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
