Summer Internship - Multiple Locations

Coburn Supply Company • Beaumont, TX

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About The Position

Coburn Supply Company, Inc. is seeking a current college student, current graduate student, or recent college graduate for a paid summer internship introducing them to the Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, and Electrical distribution industry and the daily operations of a branch. The local branch manager will serve as the intern’s mentor and set expectations. The intern will also interact with Coburn’s executives and other leaders and collaborate with management on a project to improve operations. The intern will present the project at the conclusion of the internship to demonstrate their understanding of the business and how it can be more successful.

The primary internship location will depend on branch or distribution center needs and the intern’s preferred location. Coburn’s has locations in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee. Schedule flexibility may be considered within business hours, but a commitment of 35–40 hours per week is required. The internship lasts 10 weeks, from June through August, with a start date agreed upon by the company and intern. There may be an opportunity for the position to become full- or part-time employment, depending on the success of the internship.

Requirements

• Be a current college student, current graduate student, or recent college graduate.
• Strong technical skills and ability to learn various programs and applications.
• Desire to learn the dynamics of the distribution business.
• Good interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Minimum travel required to other branches and distribution centers.
• Complete a mutually agreed-upon project and present it at the conclusion of the internship.
• Commit to 35–40 hours per week for the 10-week internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with entering data into several databases.
• Assist with, learn about, and understand customer needs.
• Restock inventory for counter sales and the warehouse.
• Meet with vendor representatives to learn about products.
• Learn about the Inside, Counter, Showroom, and Outside Sales areas.
• Learn the day-to-day operations of the branch and warehouse.
• Collaborate with management on a project to improve operations and present the project at the conclusion of the internship.
• Travel as needed to other branches and distribution centers.

Benefits

• Paid internship

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed