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