Sales Internship Program

Oakes GMC • Kansas City, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Internship Program is a hands-on rotational internship designed to give interns real-world experience across three major dealership functions: Sales, Finance & Insurance (F&I), and Sales Management. Interns will work directly alongside dealership leaders and top-performing team members while developing professional communication, leadership, and operational skills in a fast-paced automotive retail environment. Established in 2010, Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated, with a culture built around stability, growth, and long-term career development.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean or acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a standard background check
• Strong reliability and consistent attendance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems

Nice To Haves

• Current college students or recent graduates pursuing Business, Marketing, Communications, Automotive, or related fields are preferred.
• Professional, organized, adaptable, and comfortable communicating with both customers and team members.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine interest in automotive sales, leadership, and dealership operations are essential for success in this program.
• You do not need dealership or automotive experience — we will train the right person.
• Eager to learn and grow professionally
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong with communication and relationship building
• Professional, positive, and dependable
• Coachable with a strong work ethic
• Organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities
• Interested in sales, leadership, and dealership operations
• Motivated to gain real-world business experience and build a long-term career
• Previous customer service, leadership, or sales experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist with customer communication, vehicle presentations, test drives, and deliveries
• Learn dealership CRM systems and customer follow-up processes
• Support inventory merchandising through photos, videos, and lot organization
• Learn the fundamentals of automotive sales and relationship-building
• Learn how automotive financing and lender approvals work
• Assist with organizing deal paperwork and funding processes
• Participate in roleplay exercises and presentation training
• Gain exposure to compliance, documentation, and dealership finance operations
• Assist with tracking sales performance and customer satisfaction metrics
• Shadow leadership during customer interactions and coaching conversations
• Help maintain performance boards, sales logs, and follow-up processes
• Learn how dealership leaders drive team performance and customer experience
• Participate in dealership meetings, training sessions, and mentorship opportunities
• Maintain professionalism, reliability, and strong communication throughout the internship
• Learn dealership systems, processes, and operational expectations
• Support dealership teams with day-to-day operational tasks as needed

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Career growth across multiple stores
• Locally owned and operated
• Tuition reimbursement
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed