Field Sales Intern

CONA Services•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Field Sales Internship offers college students 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, gaining on-the-job experiential learning and a broader understanding of the business and industry. Activities include experiencing the make, sell, and deliver value chain; supporting go-to-market strategies; executing promotions and new products; participating in monthly Look of Success initiatives; assisting with marketing promotions and point-of-sale activities; and supporting commercial plans that generate sales growth. This is a paid, part-time opportunity with potential to convert to a full-time opportunity upon graduation based on the intern’s performance.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
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.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain reliable transportation.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, including lifting 50 lbs.
High school diploma or GED.
Up to 12 months of experience.

Nice To Haves

Previous sales or customer service experience.
Studies in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the local sales team and rotate through hands-on roles to gain insight into the Sales & Service business function.
Build relationships with customers and internal teammates through job shadowing and ride-alongs.
Maintain daily communication with the manager, assigned mentors, and Sales Leaders for guidance and feedback.
Attend Sales Operations team meetings to stay informed and engaged with 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.
Support sales targets and customer-base expansion, go-to-market activities, promotions, new products, Look of Success initiatives, marketing promotions, point-of-sale activities, and commercial plans.