The Sales Intern supports retail equipment sales by assisting customers, shadowing Sales Representatives, and participating in equipment demonstrations, inventory management, and marketing activities. This role provides exposure to sales, service, and parts departments while building knowledge of equipment, technology, and dealership operations in a professional and safety‑focused environment.
Essential Functions:
- Customer Engagement: Assist with retail customers in the purchase of turf and compact equipment and perform follow-up activities after sales.
- Sales Support: Work side-by-side with experienced Sales Representative to learn the selling process, relationship development, and negotiation skills.
- Inventory & Marketing: Assist with equipment inventory audits and help set up equipment for display and marketing.
- Demonstrations: Help conduct product demonstrations and explain features and benefits to potential customers.
- Technical Integration: Gain proficiency in precision agriculture technology and company-specific software systems.
- Department Exposure: Receive exposure to other departments, such as parts and service, to understand the full dealership operation.
- Job Shadow Product Specialists, Service, Sales and Parts
- Conducts work in a safe manner, wearing safety glasses & steel toed shoes and following all company safety rules and guidelines.
- Maintains work area in a clean, neat and safe manner.
- Attend meetings and training events as assigned.
- Presents a positive, professional image in dress and conduct at all times.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Education: Pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Experience: Previous experience with farm machinery or in a retail environment is welcomed, but not required.
- Skills: Strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a customer-focused attitude.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and insurable driving history.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Business, Marketing, or related field
- Previous experience with farm machinery or in a retail environment
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's license and insurable driving history
What We Do
Riesterer & Schnell is a progressive, family-owned John Deere dealership that has been serving Wisconsin communities since 1931. They specialize in the sales and service of John Deere Agricultural, Turf, and Commercial Worksite equipment across 14 locations in Northeastern, Eastern, and Central Wisconsin and upper Michigan. Their mission is to deliver innovative solutions with an unmatched sense of urgency, ensuring equipment is ready when customers need it.








