Sales Internship - Summer 2027

Schwan's Company•Tualatin, OR

4d•Remote

About The Position

Schwan’s Company is seeking a Sales Intern for a 12-week summer program from May 24 to August 13, 2027. The internship provides real-life experience related to the full-time Operator Sales Representative role. It is remote wherever the intern is located and includes travel for in-person sales events and meetings; travel will be compensated. Full-time opportunities after the internship are not guaranteed to be in the same location and may require relocation. The intern will work alongside local sales teams, participate in field sales activities, and lead at least two summer projects related to sales momentum. The role offers exposure to company executives and senior leaders, guidance from team members, and ongoing training. Internship projects and activities are intended to provide hands-on experience in the food-service industry and may help prepare interns for potential full-time roles after graduation.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or a related business field.
Anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
Proactive, confident, and able to take initiative and own work.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to establish rapport and build genuine, trust-based relationships.
Ability to deliver presentations to diverse audiences.
Strong organization and time-management skills, including managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
Comfort with numbers and ability to analyze financial data, including margins and pricing.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and handle ambiguity.
Willingness to travel frequently.
Open to relocating for full-time opportunities after the internship.

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

Support distributor and operator events and other on-the-ground sales activities, collaborating with team members to engage customers at the account level.
Participate in operator engagement opportunities such as food shows and distributor meetings, including product sampling.
Lead at least two summer projects and present project outcomes and insights to senior leadership.
Build cross-functional relationships within the company and connections with customers.
Contribute to the development and refinement of sales strategies.
Assist with analyzing market trends and competitor activities to support sales initiatives and identify growth opportunities.
Participate in training to develop understanding of sales processes, industry dynamics, and customer interactions.
Develop experience in sales planning and call execution, and learn food safety guidelines and basic culinary techniques.