College Intern, Sales

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

Summary

Join the RNDC College Internship Program and embark on a transformative journey to merge your academic knowledge with practical sales experience in a dynamic, goal-oriented environment. As a qualified college student, you'll participate in an immersive 8 to 10-week structured program designed to complement your formal education in a relevant business discipline. Through hands-on training, you'll develop effective communication skills, sales techniques, and customer relationship management (CRM) proficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Gain valuable experience in problem-solving, digital literacy, and networking, all while honing your ability to build relationships, drive results, and meet sales targets in a competitive industry.

In this role, you will

• Hands-on Learning: Rotate through sales departments to gain expertise in sales techniques, CRM, merchandising, and operations while refining communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Training Modules: Complete online courses to build proficiency in sales strategies, digital tools, and CRM systems.
• Progress Reviews: Meet weekly with managers or sponsors to assess sales performance, communication, and goal achievement, refining strategies as needed.
• Capstone Project: Identify and analyze a business challenge, propose solutions, and present findings using data-driven insights and digital tools.
• Academic Requirements: If applicable, align internship tasks with coursework, integrating sales experience, CRM usage, and digital marketing insights.

What you bring to RNDC

• Education: Actively enrolled in an accredited institution, completing at least junior year toward a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related disciplines, with coursework in sales techniques, customer relationship management (CRM), and digital marketing.
• Academic Performance: Maintain a 3.0+ GPA, demonstrating goal-oriented achievement and problem-solving skills.
• Licensing & Compliance: Possess a valid state driver's license and meet company vehicle insurance requirements. Obtain necessary Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License or Permit as required.
• Skills & Experience: Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills with a customer-focused mindset. Digital proficiency, including experience with CRM tools and sales data analysis, is a plus.

What's in it for you

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental and vision benefits*
• Paid Time Off Program - work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregivers leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid training
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates

*Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility


COVID-19 considerations:
We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.


Bonus if you bring

N/A

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.


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