Sales Internship - Summer 2027
About The Position
The Sales Intern will gain real-world field sales experience alongside local sales teams, preparing for the full-time Operator Sales Representative role. The internship is a 12-week program running May 24 through August 13, 2027. The position is remote from the intern’s location but includes travel for in-person sales events and meetings; travel will be compensated. Full-time roles after the internship are not guaranteed to be in the same location and may require relocation. The intern will develop experience in sales planning, call execution, food-service industry knowledge, food safety, basic culinary techniques, and working with diverse operator segments. The role includes supporting distributor and operator events, assisting with account-level sales activities, participating in food shows and distributor meetings, and conducting product sampling. The intern will lead at least two summer projects, present outcomes to senior leadership, build cross-functional and customer relationships, contribute to sales strategy, analyze market trends and competitors, and participate in ongoing training. The company describes its culture as supportive and inclusive, with a focus on health, safety, and well-being.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or a business-related field.
- Anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
- Proactive, takes initiative, and is ready to take ownership of work.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Able to establish rapport and build trust-based relationships.
- Able to deliver presentations to diverse audiences.
- Able to manage multiple tasks and time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Comfortable with numbers and able to analyze financial data, including margins and pricing.
- Able to thrive in fast-paced, changing environments and handle ambiguity.
- Willing to travel frequently.
- Open to relocating for full-time opportunities after the internship.
Nice To Haves
- GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside local sales teams and gain hands-on experience in sales planning and call execution.
- Support distributor and operator events and assist with on-the-ground sales activities at customer accounts.
- Participate in food shows and distributor meetings, including product sampling and operator engagement.
- Lead at least two summer projects designed to support sales momentum and present project outcomes to senior leadership.
- Build cross-functional relationships within the company and develop connections with customers.
- Contribute to developing and refining sales strategies.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to support sales initiatives and identify growth opportunities.
- Participate in training to develop knowledge of sales processes, industry dynamics, and customer interactions.
- Travel for in-person sales events and meetings.
Benefits
- Travel for required events and meetings will be compensated.
- Guidance from experienced team members.
- Frequent interactions with company executives and senior leaders.
- Supportive and inclusive environment focused on health, safety, and well-being.
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