Sales and Operations Internship

Hajoca Corporation•Fridley, MN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Hajoca Corporation, the largest privately held wholesale distributor in the nation, specializes in plumbing, heating and air-conditioning, industrial pipes-valves-fittings, pool and waterworks supplies. With over 450 locations across the United States, Hajoca offers a ten-week paid rotational internship program. This program provides invaluable hands-on experience in wholesale distribution, allowing interns to learn daily operations from the ground up. Interns will first gain practical experience in logistics and operations, including shipping, receiving, deliveries, and warehouse management. They will then transition to exploring the sales side of the business, interacting with customers and vendors in counter sales, inside sales, and outside sales. The final four weeks involve a special project designed to test and sharpen operational, sales, and service skills, tackling real-life challenges under the mentorship and guidance of experienced professionals. This project will be assigned by the Profit Center manager, tailored to the unique needs of the team and location.

Requirements

A burning desire to lead a team and pursue entrepreneurial ventures
Demonstrated leadership skills through involvement in student clubs, sports, or volunteer organizations
The ability to excel in a wide range of tasks, showcasing both interpersonal and critical-thinking skills

Nice To Haves

Previous exposure to sales, operations, and/or customer service

Responsibilities

Gain practical experience in shipping, receiving, deliveries, and warehouse management
Transition into exploring the sales side of the business, interacting with customers and vendors in counter sales, inside sales, and outside sales
Work on a special project specifically designed to test and sharpen operational, sales, and service skills
Tackle real-life challenges faced by industry experts