Sales Intern

The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

WHO WE ARE

SouthernCarlson is a national distributor of construction, fastening, industrial and construction supplies. Our foundation of service and commitment began in 1947. We have the broadest selection of high-quality products from leading suppliers in the industry along with tool repair services to keep businesses running. We provide expertise in both the products we offer and the solutions we propose. SouthernCarlson is The Contractors Choice™ for professional-grade tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies and expert service.

SouthernCarlson is proudly hiring Sales Interns for Summer 2025 in the following locations.

Dallas, TX

Charlotte, NC

Chicago, IL

Nashville, TN

Our 8-week summer internships begin June 2^nd and ends July 25^th.

• $20/ hour + $4,000 living stipend
• First week spent in our warehouse to learn product
• Weeks 2-4 spent working as branch associate/ inside sales support
• Weeks 4 – 8 will be spent riding along with sales reps

Sales Intern Duties and Responsibilities

• Working with their manager or a sales associate to complete assigned tasks
• Attending meetings and events to observe and learn
• Updating sales records and documents accurately
• Observing how to close deals in the sales process
• Communicating with vendors and clients at the manager’s request
• Conducting research and collating survey data
• Assessing whether sales targets are met
• Taking notes on what they learn while on the job

Sales Intern skills and qualifications

Sales Interns should have a specific set of skills to be successful in this role. These include:

• Enrollment in a marketing or business program
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to navigate fast-paced environments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude
• Collaborative spirit

OUR PROMISE MEANS MORE™ 

• Respect - We build relationships on trust, collaboration and kindness while taking the time to learn, grow and celebrate wins together.
• Integrity - We go above and beyond to help customers and employees and do what we can to help resolve issues.
• Teamwork – We support and encourage each other while working together to ensure each customer has a top-notch experience.
• Family Environment – We are a nationwide company with small business locations that provides a family-like environment.

Notice: Offer for this position is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and drug screen

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SouthernCarlson Inc.® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type protected by federal, state or local laws. 

SouthernCarlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.