Management and Sales Intern -

Manufacturing Coatings Date Posted:

5 October 2026

Closing Date:

November 4, 2026

Recruiter:

SHERWIN WILLIAMS

Location:

Shawnee Mission, Kansas Salary:

USD46,000

to

USD54,000

Job Type & Industry:

Business & Management Consultancy, Production, Manufacturing & Operations, Sales, Marketing, PR & Events Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

3005099460-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Sherwin-Williams is seeking motivated students for our Management and Sales Summer 2027 Internship. In this 10-12 week program, you'll gain hands-on experience in store operations, customer service, and B2B/B2C sales within our manufacturing-driven coatings business. Working alongside store and sales leaders, you'll support inventory control, merchandising, and project-based customer solutions while learning to analyze sales performance and operational metrics. You'll be immersed in our safety-focused, performance-driven culture, receive structured training, and build a foundation for future roles in sales or management across our global network. Responsibilities Support daily store and sales operations in a manufacturing-focused retail environment Assist managers with inventory control, ordering, and merchandising of coatings and related products Engage customers, assess needs, and recommend Sherwin-Williams solutions to drive sales Participate in outside sales activities, including customer visits and project follow-ups Analyze sales and operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities Collaborate with store teams to meet safety, service, and performance goals Complete structured training modules on sales, product knowledge, and operations Support execution of promotional programs and local marketing initiatives Contribute to a safe, clean, and compliant store environment Present internship learnings and results to management at program completion Required Skills Customer service Sales fundamentals Inventory management Data entry and basic analysis MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Point of sale (POS) systems Time management Verbal and written communication Basic math for pricing and measurements Safety and compliance awareness