Sales Intern - Los Angeles, CA - Summer 2026
About The Position
This is a remote & travel work environment. This position will require working remotely wherever you are located, but will involve in-person sales events and meetings that will require travel. Travel will be compensated accordingly. The intention of this position is to provide a real-life experience and understanding of our full-time Operator Sales Representative role. Full-time roles may not be guaranteed in the same location as the internship and may require relocation. Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® and Bibigo Asian-style snacks.
Requirements
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or business-related program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027.
- GPA of 3.0+ preferred.
- Confident go-getter with a proactive mindset, ready to take initiative and own your work.
- Articulate and engaging in all forms of communication—verbal, written, and interpersonal.
- Quickly establish rapport and foster genuine, trust-based relationships.
- Skilled at delivering compelling presentations to diverse audiences.
- Excellent at juggling multiple tasks and managing time efficiently to meet critical deadlines.
- Comfortable with numbers and adept at analyzing financial data, including margins and pricing.
- Thrives in fast-paced, ever-changing environments, handling ambiguity with ease.
- Open and eager to relocate for full-time opportunities after the internship.
- Ready to hit the road, with frequent travel expected and embraced.
Responsibilities
- Dive into Schwan’s and the Food Service Industry, gaining hands-on experience in sales planning, call execution, and industry knowledge.
- Master key skills such as organization, time management, food safety guidelines, basic culinary techniques, and working effectively with diverse operator segments.
- Energize team efforts by supporting distributor and operator events.
- Assist with on-the-ground sales activities, collaborating with team members to drive customer engagement at the account level.
- Get involved in operator engagement through exciting opportunities like food shows and distributor meetings.
- Play a key role in product sampling, connecting with operators and showcasing our offerings.
- Take charge of 2+ impactful summer projects designed to boost sales momentum.
- Present your project outcomes and insights to senior leadership, demonstrating your contribution to the company’s success.
- Forge strong cross-functional relationships within the company and build valuable connections with customers.
- Contribute to developing and refining sales strategies, utilizing your industry knowledge and insights to enhance our approach.
- Assist in analyzing market trends and competitor activities to support strategic sales initiatives and identify growth opportunities.
- Engage in ongoing training to deepen your understanding of sales processes, industry dynamics, and effective customer interactions.
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