Sales Intern - Summer 2027

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61201, Rock Island, IL, USA
In-Office
19-19 Hourly
Internship
Automotive • eCommerce • Retail • Manufacturing
The Role
Paid 8–12 week sales internship supporting B2B consumer products distribution. Responsibilities include shadowing sales representatives, assisting with customer meetings and presentations, supporting merchandising and promotional initiatives, tracking accounts and opportunities, preparing reports, onboarding accounts, and participating in regional travel, trade shows, and customer events. The role offers mentorship, professional development, and potential full-time opportunities.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are seeking an energetic and motivated Sales Intern to join our team. This 8 to 12 week paid internship is designed for students or recent graduates interested in building a career in B2B sales within the consumer products distribution industry. Interns will gain hands-on experience through a blend of office-based learning and field travel, working directly with sales managers, merchandising teams, and sales representatives across the Midwest region.

If you’re outgoing, business-minded, and eager to learn how products move from warehouse to retail shelves, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $19.23/hour

Key Responsibilities:

  • Shadow sales representatives and sales managers in the field and during customer meetings
  • Support merchandising initiatives and in-store execution efforts
  • Assist with sales presentations, customer proposals, and product sell-in materials
  • Participate in customer visits, ride-alongs, and regional travel across the Midwest
  • Support sales reporting, account tracking, and opportunity analysis
  • Assist with promotional planning and execution support
  • Collaborate with category management, marketing, and operations teams
  • Participate in trade shows, sales meetings, and customer events as assigned
  • Support onboarding of new accounts and product launches
  • Prepare recaps, summaries, and internal reports
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in internal systems
  • Perform additional sales and administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Communications, or related field
  • Strong interest in sales, account management, and customer-facing roles
  • Willingness and ability to travel regionally within the Midwest

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
  • High energy, confidence, and professionalism in customer-facing environments
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced, dynamic settings
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow professionally
  • High level of integrity, accountability, and reliability
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements

Why This Role:

  • Hands-on exposure to B2B sales in the consumer products distribution industry
  • Real-world experience with customer engagement, merchandising, and territory management
  • Opportunity to travel and work alongside experienced sales professionals
  • Strong resume-building experience and career exploration opportunity
  • Potential pathway to full-time sales roles based on performance

Benefits:

  • Paid internship opportunity
  • Professional development and mentorship
  • Real-world sales and customer-facing experience
  • Travel exposure across the Midwest region
  • Networking opportunities with sales, merchandising, and leadership teams

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Communications, or a related field
  • Willingness and ability to travel regionally within the Midwest
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced, dynamic settings
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and grow professionally
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements
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The Company
201 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Lynco Products is a privately owned, full-service distributor, manufacturer, and importer of consumer products goods, specializing in impulse, convenience, automotive, and general goods. The company offers over 40 owned brands and focuses on complete source-to-shelf management, providing global solutions and serving as a partner for growth in the retail industry.

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