Sales Intern (College Seniors) - United

United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz ...

Must be 18 years or older

High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required

Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college

Valid driver’s license for applicable state

Able to secure and maintain auto liability insurance for applicable state

Responsibilities

Work for a minimum of 10-12 weeks

Work on weekends at festivals

Work alongside sales team members to learn about merchandising, selling and marketing of beverage alcohol

Presentation to executive staff at completion of internship

Spend time with supplier's to gain product knowledge

Spend time in various departments within the organization

Competencies

Decision Making

Plan and Organize

Customer Focus

Professionalism

Flexibility

Communication

Relationship Building

Positive Attitude

Critical Skills

Time management

Quality Control

Product Knowledge

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and other technology

Able to read, write, and perform business math computations

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong collaboration skills

Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Results-driven (performance)

Working Conditions

Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather

Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas

Exposure to smoke and dust in certain accounts

Able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels

Physical Requirements and Essential Functions

Regular, reliable attendance required

Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel

Able to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting required

Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch

Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products

Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance

Must be able to work some nights and weekends when required