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2027 Summer Internship | Sales - Farmington Hills, MI
Who we are looking for: December 2027 or May 2028 graduates
Dates of Summer Internship: May 17th - July 30th, 2027
Compensation: $22 / Hour
Desired Majors: Business, Sales, Marketing, Communications
Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people - and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer's isn't just one of Forbes' Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.
The reputation of Southern Glazer's is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer's has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.
By joining Southern Glazer's, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.
Overview
Southern Glazer's Internship Program
The Southern Glazer's Internship Program was established to develop the next generation of Sales, Trade Development, Operations, Technology and Corporate leaders. Each summer, the program offers interns the opportunity to engage in career building activities while simultaneously learning and applying industry-leading practices.
This hands-on experience gives interns the chance to explore and understand the adult beverage industry. The knowledge gained from industry leaders will allow you to build a network of professionals within the beverage alcohol industry and here at Southern Glazer's. Being a Southern Glazer's intern means you'll be invited to our Leadership Spotlight Series, a Community Service day exclusive to our intern class, as well as access to Professional Development workshops and trainings!
Internship Overview
The Sales Internship is about 70% working with our current sales reps and about 30% based out of our Farmington Hills, MI office. The interns will experience sales in both on and off-premise accounts (grocery chains, liquor/convenience stores, bars, restaurants, hotels, etc.). In the office, the interns will get the opportunity to network with executives and hear from management from other departments, such as Trade Development, Customer Service, and Inside Sales. The interns will also work on sales-related projects throughout their whole time that will be presented at the end of the internship.
Primary Responsibilities
• This internship works closely with our different sales divisions to learn about and support the team along the way
• Intern will learn multiple sides of the business, including, but not limited to sales, product knowledge, operations, trade development, and mixology
• Intern will stay up to date with all of the different sales divisions they work with
• Intern will plan and execute a local volunteer project
• Intern will use their knowledge of the sales divisions to create and present their final project
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
• Must be a Junior in college and graduating the following year completing a Bachelor's degree in the following majors: Business, Sales, Marketing, Communications
• Reside in the vicinity of the internship or have the ability to obtain housing
• 21 years of age or older at the start of the internship
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
• Teamwork approach to accomplishing goals
• Attention to details
• Self-starter & demonstrated leadership experience
• Working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to secure and maintain a valid driver's license and auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws
Physical Demands
• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include driving throughout the day with segments up to 2 hours
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 56lbs
EEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com