Sales Development - Internship Program (Summer 2025)

Are you ready to dive into the beverage industry? Join Martignetti Companies as a Sales Development Intern and take advantage of an incredible opportunity for personal and professional growth with the largest distributor of wine and spirits in New England.

In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience learning about distribution, merchandising our brands, sales processes, and the technologies that drive our business. 

As an intern, you’ll participate in a training program to develop foundational skills including in-depth industry knowledge, product expertise, merchandising standards, sales techniques, technology platforms, and business analysis. You’ll also have the chance to work with other interns to share experiences, ask questions, and learn best practices.

Program Information:

• Location: This internship requires travel throughout a sales territory and regular in-person meetings at our Taunton, MA location.
• Duration: June to August (approximately 10 weeks)
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Compensation: $18.00 per hour
• Mileage reimbursement: Provided for work-related travel

Interview Timelines:

• Applications: Accepted through January 17th
• Interviews: Begin in December 2024
• Offers: To be extended by the end of February

Program Highlights:

• Apply classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios.
• Receive mentorship and networking opportunities with industry professionals.
• Build professional contacts and references for future career growth.
• Explore different career paths and develop transferable skills.
• Gain a well-rounded understanding of the alcohol beverage industry, including warehouse operations and wholesale distribution.
• Showcase what you’ve learned in a Capstone presentation at the end of the internship.

Key Accountabilities

• Time Management: Arrive on time and effectively manage your schedule and responsibilities.
• Communication: Engage with managers, customers, and internal teams.
• Enhance product visibility on shelves, in cold boxes, and in on premise accounts.
• Work closely with Sales Representatives and merchandising teams to ensure proper product inventory for shelf, counter, cold box, and floor displays.
• Follow supplier guidelines and standards and maintain brand integrity in all displays and promotions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with store managers and customers; sharing brand and product insights when needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to quickly learn product and brand information and sales techniques.
• Flexibility with scheduling and a willingness to adapt as needed.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• A positive, enthusiastic team player with a drive for success.

Education/Experience/Training:

• Candidate must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license, registration, and reliable access to a car to transport marketing material.
• Candidate must be a current college/university student seeking internship opportunities.

Physical Requirements:

• Regular lifting of objects up to 25 lbs. and occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the day.
• Tasks require focus and mental concentration.
• Travel to customer locations and exposure to weather conditions.

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels they belong. We act on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, and local laws. We also comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where we have facilities.

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NOTE: This job description covers the essentials but isn’t exhaustive. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks or duties to help meet the evolving needs of our organization.