Summer Intern – Sales Process Automation & Technology Enablement

Hanes Companies•Winston-Salem, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated undergraduate intern to support our Sales Operations team by identifying opportunities to reduce manual, repetitive work within sales-related roles through better use of technology. This intern will partner closely with sales team members to understand day‑to‑day workflows, document inefficiencies, and evaluate tools or system enhancements that could streamline work, improve accuracy, or save time. This internship offers hands-on exposure to business process analysis, sales operations, and emerging technology applications in a real-world corporate environment.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Operations, Analytics, Industrial Distribution, or a related field
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to observe, ask thoughtful questions, and synthesize information
Comfort working with Excel, PowerPoint, and common business systems
Interest in process improvement, technology, automation, or sales operations
Clear written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Shadow a designated sales-related role (e.g., Inside Sales, Field Sales, or Sales Support) to understand daily workflows and tasks
Document current-state processes, focusing on repetitive, manual, or error‑prone activities
Identify and prioritize process pain points based on time, frequency, and business impact
Research existing internal tools (e.g., CRM, Microsoft tools) and external technologies that could support process improvement
Evaluate potential solutions at a high level, including: Fit for the identified task or process, Ease of adoption, Estimated cost (where applicable), Expected qualitative or directional quantitative benefits
Summarize findings and recommendations in clear, professional documentation
Present final recommendations to Sales Operations leadership at the end of the internship