Sales Intern

The Kendall Group•Grand Rapids, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Intern supports key sales initiatives through project-based assignments that improve processes, enhance customer experience, and create value for the business. The role provides hands-on exposure to foundational sales principles, customer engagement, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. During the 10–12-week paid internship, each intern owns and delivers one or more projects from start to finish, addressing a functional gap and creating tangible business value. Interns work alongside Sales professionals and receive a dedicated manager/trainer, a personal coach, and regular meetings with the internship coordination team. The program also provides opportunities to participate in a Kendall Charitable Giving Event, meet executive and senior leaders, and learn about the company’s business units and departments. The position must be flexible to work onsite most, if not all, days; some remote or hybrid opportunities may be considered.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree at an accredited institution in Business, Sales, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and common software packages.
Skills in data analysis and organization, with attention to detail.
Ability to see, talk, and hear.
Ability to sit for 8 hours a day.
Flexibility to work onsite most, if not all, days; some remote or hybrid opportunities may be considered.

Responsibilities

Support key sales initiatives through project-based assignments.
Own and deliver one or more projects from start to finish during the internship.
Work on projects that address a gap within the Sales function and drive tangible value for the business.
Contribute to improvements in processes and customer experience.
Engage with Sales professionals and collaborate across functions.
Participate in a Kendall Charitable Giving Event.