Sales Excellence Intern - Summer 2027

Avery Dennison • Mentor, OH

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About The Position

Avery Dennison is seeking a Sales Intern to join its North America business during summer 2027. The internship offers experiential, on-the-job learning, access to business leaders, and collaboration on strategic projects. Interns gain exposure to the company and its customers, work across functions, learn the go-to-market sales strategy and customer segmentation, and develop skills in project management, relationship management, customer engagement, time management, and negotiation. The role focuses on sales operational efficiencies and using technology, including AI, to improve results. The intern may lead a project to enhance commercial effectiveness or establish best practices.

The program emphasizes networking, community, and peer support. Interns participate in a peer mentoring program with an Early Careers Associate or program graduate and may take an active role in Employee Resource Groups. The internship is paid, and relocation assistance is available to those who qualify.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Be able to travel 10–20% of the time.
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• A Sales Certificate or participation in a Sales Program is preferred.
• Previous internship, co-op, or relevant work experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Google Suite.
• Natural curiosity and interest in continuous learning.
• Experience through student organizations, such as Alpha Kappa Psi, the Association of Latino Professionals of America, or the Multicultural Business Association, or through volunteerism or similar activities.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to Avery Dennison’s business and customer base.
• Work cross-functionally to gain business insights and exposure to different aspects of the business.
• Learn the company’s go-to-market sales strategy and customer segmentation.
• Develop project management, relationship management, customer engagement, time management, and negotiation skills.
• Focus on sales operational efficiencies and use technology, including AI, to drive better and faster results.
• Potentially lead a project to enhance commercial effectiveness or best practices.
• Participate in program networking and peer mentoring opportunities.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Relocation assistance for those who qualify.
• Peer mentoring program.
• Networking, community, and support through the Summer Internship Program.
• Opportunity to participate in Employee Resource Groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern