Field Sales Intern

CONA Services•Erlanger, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Sales Internship provides college students with hands-on experience and exposure to Sales Operations in the Consumer-Packaged Goods and Beverage industry. The intern supports the local sales team in achieving sales targets and expanding its customer base while gaining on-the-job experience and a broader understanding of the business and industry. Work includes exposure to the make, sell, and deliver value chain; supporting go-to-market activities such as merchandising, point-of-sale work, backroom management, and customer conversations; executing promotions and new-product initiatives; participating in monthly Look of Success initiatives; assisting with marketing promotions and point-of-sale activities; and supporting commercial plans to generate sales growth. The intern collaborates with the local sales team and rotates through roles in the Sales & Service function. The position includes customer and teammate relationship-building through job shadowing and ride-alongs, regular communication with a manager, mentors, and Sales Leaders, attendance at Sales Operations meetings, and cross-functional learning through facility tours and shadow opportunities. This is a paid, 40-hour-per-week internship scheduled from May 17, 2027, through August 23, 2027. There may be an opportunity to convert to full-time employment after graduation based on performance.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
High school diploma or GED.
Up to 12 months of experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, including lifting 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous sales or customer service experience.
Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field of study.

Responsibilities

Support the local sales team in achieving sales targets and expanding its customer base.
Gain hands-on experience across sales roles and the Sales & Service business function.
Support go-to-market activities, including merchandising, point-of-sale work, backroom management, and customer conversations.
Execute applicable promotions and new-product initiatives based on target lists.
Participate in monthly Look of Success initiatives.
Assist with marketing promotions and point-of-sale activities.
Support the execution of commercial plans to generate sales growth.
Build relationships with customers and internal teammates through job shadowing and ride-alongs.
Communicate daily with the manager, assigned mentors, and Sales Leaders for guidance and feedback.
Attend Sales Operations team meetings to stay informed about team activities and annual business objectives.
Gain cross-functional exposure and business acumen through facility tours and shadow opportunities with teammates in other business functions.