CIRCUIT Rotational Development Program Intern

MCNAUGHTON-MCKAY ELECTRIC CO•Madison Heights, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

McNaughton McKay Group (MMG) is a 100% employee-owned distributor of electrical and PVF (pipes, valves, and fittings) solutions, serving the industrial, commercial and construction markets. Our portfolio of trusted brands operates from more than 60 branches across nine states and Germany. At MMG, we do more than deliver products. We build lasting partnerships—backed by deep inventory and local expertise—to keep your projects moving and businesses growing. Our empowered team provides the support, insight and scalable solutions needed to navigate today’s demands and solve our customers’ most complex challenges. Overview: McNaughton McKay Group is launching its first-ever Commercial & Industrial Readiness Core Unified Immersive Training (CIRCUIT) Rotational Development Program, designed to build experience and well-rounded knowledge of the electrical distribution industry through immersive exposure to sales, operations, customer service, supply chain, and other areas of the business. We are seeking highly motivated, curious, and business-minded individuals to serve as both a Program Builder and Participant in this inaugural cohort. During the first phase of the program, individuals will partner with HR and business leadership to design the structure, learning framework, and rotation experience for the program. Following program launch, the individuals will transition to a participant role, completing structured rotations across key business functions. This role offers a rare opportunity to held build a talent development program from the ground up, while gaining hands-on experience across several critical business areas within a leading commercial and industrial distributor. In the CIRC-UIT Rotational Development Program, you will: Phase 1: Program Development & Design Partner with HR leaders and Functional leaders to design the Rotational Development Program framework. Help identify core rotation areas, including: Sales & Account Management Branch Operations & Counter Sales Customer Service Supply Chain & Warehouse Operations Inside Sales & Sales Support Define learning objectives, rotation timelines, and program expectations. Assist in developing onboarding materials, rotation guides, and evaluation tools. Support creation of a scalable and repeatable rotational internship model. Participate in planning discussions with senior leadership regarding program goals and outcomes. Phase 2: Rotational Program Participation Complete structured rotations across multiple departments and branch functions. Gain hans-on experience supporting daily business operations and customer interactions. Contribute to real business initiatives and operational projects during each rotation. Develop working knowledge of products, customers, and the electrical distribution industry. Build cross-functional relationships throughout the organization. Continuous Improvement & Program Evaluation Gather feedback from managers, mentors, and peers throughout rotations. Evaluate effectiveness of learning experiences and program structure. Provide recommendations to improve future program cohorts. Help document best practices to ensure long-term program sustainability. Collaboration & Communication Build strong relationships across branches, teams, and functional areas. Provide progress updates and insights to program sponsors and leadership. Serve as ambassador for the Rotational Development Program. Help drive awareness and engagement around early-career development initiatives. Learning & Development Opportunities Exposure to all core functions that drive success in electrical distribution. Direct experience in sales, operations, and customer-facing environments. Opportunity to work alongside leaders across McNaughton McKay Group. Real ownership in shaping a long-term talent development program. Broad understanding of career paths within industrial distribution. Foundation for future full-time opportunities within the organization.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Sales or related field.
Strong interest in industrial distribution, operations, or sales.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Self-starter with strong curiosity and problem-solving ability.
Comfortable navigating new environments and learning quickly.
Adaptable, proactive, and eager to engage across multiple areas of the business.

Responsibilities

Partner with HR leaders and Functional leaders to design the Rotational Development Program framework.
Help identify core rotation areas, including: Sales & Account Management Branch Operations & Counter Sales Customer Service Supply Chain & Warehouse Operations Inside Sales & Sales Support
Define learning objectives, rotation timelines, and program expectations.
Assist in developing onboarding materials, rotation guides, and evaluation tools.
Support creation of a scalable and repeatable rotational internship model.
Participate in planning discussions with senior leadership regarding program goals and outcomes.
Complete structured rotations across multiple departments and branch functions.
Gain hans-on experience supporting daily business operations and customer interactions.
Contribute to real business initiatives and operational projects during each rotation.
Develop working knowledge of products, customers, and the electrical distribution industry.
Build cross-functional relationships throughout the organization.
Gather feedback from managers, mentors, and peers throughout rotations.
Evaluate effectiveness of learning experiences and program structure.
Provide recommendations to improve future program cohorts.
Help document best practices to ensure long-term program sustainability.
Build strong relationships across branches, teams, and functional areas.
Provide progress updates and insights to program sponsors and leadership.
Serve as ambassador for the Rotational Development Program.
Help drive awareness and engagement around early-career development initiatives.