Thursday, September 12, 2013

2014 Summer Sales Internship with Sherwin-Williams

Job Description: STORE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OUR COMPANY STABILITY: Founded in 1866, Sherwin-Williams is the industry leader in providing top quality coatings and related products to paint contractors, manufacturers, industrial users, and the retail trade. A CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE: Recognized among Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For" and rated by Forbes.com as one of "America’s Top 100 Trustworthy Companies", seven core values drive the Sherwin-Williams culture and our company. These values: Integrity, People, Service, Quality, Performance, Innovation, and Growth, are reflected in our people, our products, and our business practices and relationships. OUR BRANDS: In addition to the Sherwin-Williams® brand, we manufacture and sell products under several other well-known and respected brand names such as Dutch Boy®, Krylon®, Minwax®, Thompson’s®, Pratt & Lambert®, Duron®, and Purdy®, to name a few. OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT: Sherwin-Williams reports that over 90% of placement into managerial and professional positions comes from within the Company. We provide the necessary training and tools to assist our employees with taking an active role in defining their own career path. THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Our store internship program was designed to provide you with a comprehensive learning experience of the many facets of wholesale branch operations. During your internship, you will gain practical business-to-business and retail experience working in a paint store servicing painters, contractors, and do-it-yourself customers. You will be exposed to the following: ■ Sales – making product recommendations and servicing retail and wholesale customers ■ Customer Relations – customer account management, product ordering, custom color matching ■ Marketing/Merchandising – learning the plan-o-gram and pricing systems ■ Product Knowledge – paints, applicators, spray equipment, and associated products ■ Inventory Management – rates of sale, stock replenishment, inventory turnover ■ Financial Reports – profit and loss statements, analytical reports ■ Accounts Receivable – operation of a trial balance, credit terms, and collections ■ Operations Management – delivery scheduling, competitive product analysis Additionally, as an intern, you may complete a special project on a relevant business issue. Interns who successfully complete the program and want to apply to our Management Training Program will have an advantage over other applicants. DURATION: ■ Minimum of 10 weeks ■ Summer before either junior or senior year, based on location ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS: ■ Students enrolled in an accredited 4-year college or university, with completion of either sophomore or junior year at start of Internship (based on location); ■ Eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon graduation, without sponsorship or restrictions; ■ General Business, Management, Marketing, Business Finance, or students with a related major are preferred; ■ Prior work experience in sales or customer service is preferred; ■ Excellent communication skills, a great work ethic, and an interest to work in an active, ‘roll-up-your-sleeves’ environment are essential. SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION: This is a PAID Internship. QUESTIONS? Check out the FAQ section of our website at www.sherwin.com/careers/opportunities/internship. *Qualifications: 2.5+ GPA *Application Instructions: Email kathy.lipnis@sherwin.com

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Sales Position with a Fortune 500 Company

SALES POSITION WITH A FORTUNE 500 COMPANY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE Northwestern Mutual is rapidly growing. Our offices in Ann Arbor, Troy, Grand Blanc, Saginaw and Mt. Pleasant are seeking financial representatives to support their expansion in the area. Accolades, Ratings, and Assessments • Northwestern Mutual is annually honored as one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” in the life insurance industry according to FORTUNE Magazine’s annual survey. Since 1983, FORTUNE magazine has surveyed industry executives and analysts 38 times to identify the companies that are among the “Most Admired” in their industry, 38 times, Northwestern Mutual has earned that distinction. • Northwestern Mutual is annually ranked as one of the “50 Best Companies to Sell For” by Selling Power Magazine and recognized as the best company to sell for in the financial services industry. • Business Week recently recognized Northwestern Mutual as one of the “Best Places to Launch a Career”. • Northwestern Mutual named Top 25 “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor.com; ranked top in the insurance industry and 11th best place to work in America overall. • Ranking organizations that excel at training and leadership development, Training magazine ranked Northwestern Mutual among its “Training Top 125”. • Ranked among the Top 10 independent broker-dealers as measured by total revenues by the leading investment industry publications: Investment News; Financial Advisor magazine; Financial Planning magazine; Investment Advisor magazine. Opportunity Do you have what it takes to leverage the maximum potential of this career with the right mix of skills, ambition, and timing? If you’re a top-notch performer, value independence, want to be financially rewarded for your success, and have the desire to positively impact people’s lives every day, consider a career as a Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative. Northwestern Mutual is built on more than 155 years of experience and unmatched levels of client service and satisfaction with over $180 billion in assets and $26 billion in revenues. It is ranked 114 on the 2013 Fortune 500. Financial Representatives with the Network provide expert guidance and innovative solutions to help meet a client's financial goals and objectives at every life stage. Our representatives grow their business by building trusted relationships with their clients supported by expert guidance and comprehensive solutions. The combination of these efforts helps build long-term relationships with clients as they work towards their financial goals and objectives, together. Exclusive to our representatives is access to insurance products from Northwestern Mutual, and an array of quality investment choices. Supported by comprehensive training programs and mentoring opportunities, they have access to the resources, products and assistance they need to help their clients. Representatives are also supported by a network of specialists in the following areas: • Asset and Income Protection • Personal Needs Analysis • Investment and Advisory Services • Comprehensive Financial Planning • Estate Analysis • Trust Services • Education Funding • Retirement Solutions • Business Needs Analysis • Employee and Executive Benefits Preferred Qualifications • BA or BS degree from a four-year institution • Desire financial success • Strong interpersonal skills • Self-motivated • Have a history of personal success • Must either be a US citizen or have continued US residency for three consecutive years and hold a Green Card or Visa Benefits/Rewards • Comprehensive medical coverage • Retirement package • Development Stipends • Leadership opportunities • Sponsorship of licensing • Unlimited earning potential Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion People are the power behind Northwestern Mutual, and diversity makes us better. We are committed to reflecting and serving the marketplace. We will do so by attracting and enhancing the engagement of those who bring their unique perspectives, ideas, and beliefs. At Northwestern Mutual, people matter. TO APPLY: Email your resume to devon.anthony@nm.com or call 248.244.6095. For more information, visit our Web site at http://www.northwesternmutual.com. Northwestern Mutual Financial Network is the marketing name for the sales and distribution arm of The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee, WI, (NM) and its subsidiaries and affiliates. Financial Representative is an agent of NM. Securities are offered through Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC, 1-866-664-7737, which is wholly owned by NM and member NASD and SIPC.

Northwestern Mutual Internship

INTERN WITH A FORTUNE 500 COMPANY COLLEGE FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE Can you envision a life of real world compensation, freedom and calling your own shots? The Northwestern Mutual Internship is a valuable opportunity for students to combine classroom learning with a real-life look into what they could truly make of themselves. Northwestern Mutual is built on more than 155 years of experience and unmatched levels of client service and satisfaction with over $180 billion in assets and $26 billion in revenues. It is ranked 114 on the 2013 Fortune 500. We have offices in Ann Arbor, Troy, Grand Blanc, Saginaw and Mt. Pleasant. Accolades, Ratings and Assessments • Northwestern Mutual’s Internship program was named “America’s Top Ten Internship” by Vault and “Best Place to Start” an internship as a financial representative in the insurance industry, according to Bloomberg Business Week magazine. • Northwestern Mutual is annually honored as one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” in the life insurance industry according to FORTUNE Magazine’s annual survey. Since 1983, FORTUNE magazine has surveyed industry executives and analysts 38 times to identify the companies that are among the “Most Admired” in their industry, 38 times, Northwestern Mutual has earned that distinction. • Northwestern Mutual is annually ranked as one of the “50 Best Companies to Sell For” by Selling Power Magazine and recognizes as the best company to sell for in the financial services industry. • Business Week recently recognized Northwestern Mutual as one of the “Best Places to Launch a Career”. • Northwestern Mutual named Top 25 “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor.com; ranked top in the insurance industry and 11th best place to work in America overall. • Ranking organizations that excel at training and leadership development, Training magazine ranked Northwestern Mutual among its “Training Top 125”. • Ranked among the Top 10 independent broker-dealers as measured by total revenues by the leading investment industry publications: Investment News; Financial Advisor magazine; Financial Planning magazine; Investment Advisor magazine. Opportunity Interns with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network have the same opportunities to build their careers as full-time representatives. Your Network Office provides training, tools and resources to help you discover and build your markets and to develop a successful practice as a Network Representative intern. Supported by our specialists, training programs and mentoring opportunities, interns have access to the resources, products and assistance they need to help their clients and build a successful business. Like network representatives, interns strive to understand their clients' goals and visions in order to uncover financial solutions that put them on a path to success. Network Representative Interns are in business for themselves – but they're not alone. Preferred qualifications • Full-time student at a four year institution • Strong interpersonal skills • Self-motivated • Have a history of personal success • Must either be a US citizen or have continued US residency for three consecutive years and hold a Green Card or Visa. TO APPLY Email your resume to devon.anthony@nm.com or call 248-244-6095. For more information, visit our Web site at http://www.northwesternmutual.com Northwestern Mutual Financial Network is the marketing name for the sales and distribution arm of The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee, WI, (NM) and its subsidiaries and affiliates. Financial Representative is an agent of NM. Securities are offered through Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC, 1-866-664-7737, which is wholly owned by NM and member NASD and SIPC.

Monday, September 9, 2013

Intern at MidCom Data Technologies, Inc.

Job Title: Marketing Assistant (Intern) Employer Organization Name: Midcom Data Technologies, Inc. No of Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday Hours per Week: 20 Wage/Salary: 9.50 Employment Start Date: 9/3/13 Supervisor: Marketing Manager Job Description: Exciting position in the online social media world. Job essentials include: • Content writing for blogs, social media, emails, brochures, whitepapers, etc. • Assist in product updating ecommerce • Assist in promotional campaigns • Assist in video creation (YouTube) • Assist in competitive research • Assist in search engine optimization (page ranking) • Other duties as assigned Qualifications: • Bachelors degree (student or equivalent experience) • Writing • Search engine optimization (SEO) • Basic html code • WordPress CMS • Office programs Application Instructions: Please email resume and cover letter to Human Resources at hr@midcomdata.com.

Benzinga Business Development Internship

*Job Title: Benzinga Business Development Internship No of Openings: 4 Hours per Week: 10-20 *Job Description: Are you an entrepreneur? Are you interested in the financial markets? Do you want to make a real impact over the course of your internship? Have you ever wanted to work at a tech startup? Who Are We? Benzinga is a fast-growing financial media outlet backed by the founders of Groupon. We specialize in actionable trading ideas, insightful commentary and real-time news. Requirements We’re looking for driven, dedicated and self starting individuals to help take this company to the next level. You will be given room to grow in your role and be exposed to our entire operation. Responsibilities -Assisting in the development of strategic plans for clients -Build databases and track projects -Learn the inner workings of the Benzinga business model -Help improve internal day-to-day operations -Assist staff with day-to-day client projects -Participate in sales calls As a small and fast growing startup, this internship will put you on the frontlines of the company where you will gain experiences you cannot find anywhere else. You will be given full ownership of projects that you will see through to completion, giving you a history of concrete deliverables that you have followed through on. Additionally, due to the fact that we use our internship process as one of our primary recruiting tools, your performance can lead directly to a full time position. *Qualifications: You will need to: -Be proficient with computer usage, specifically with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Documents -Be excited to learn and hungry for success -Be a self motivated doer- the more you can do without direction the better *Application Instructions: If interested, email Jake@benzingapro.com with your resume and a 100 word description in the body of your email about why you’re a good fit for the position. Online Application Address: http://jobs.benzinga.com/