Intern

Summary

Job title: Intern

Job ID: ~~~

Department: Eau Claire - CED

Location: WI-Eau Claire

Description

Summary

Our internship is designed for candidates who are interested in sales and/or management. Our 10-12 week internship experience is paid and will provide candidates a working knowledge of the industry by exposing them to all aspects of the electrical distribution field through a combination of mentoring and on-the-job training. The program requires a strong commitment from each participant and encompasses, but is not limited to, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, counter sales, sales and interpersonal skills, customer relations, management concepts, and CED business philosophy. Our interns will have the opportunity to work on special projects custom designed by the management team and the intern. Managers will make an effort to provide structure, but internship objectives will be adjusted based on real business needs and the interests and abilities of the successful candidate(s). Ideal candidates will desire to pursue a full time sales/management position after graduation.

Reports to: Profit Center Manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Current, valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)

• Able to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some overtime

• Pursuing a 4 year degree (business preferred) with anticipated graduation by or before June, 2026

• Regular and consistent attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software

• Detail oriented

• Ability to solve problems

• Must be a self-starter who can handle a heavy volume of work and be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time

• Comfortable in a warehouse setting

Working Conditions

Conditions vary based on the intern's current segment of the training and will include warehouse, office and external environments. During some segments, activities will include lifting, sorting, standing, possible extreme heat/cold conditions. Office segments may include sitting for extended periods.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Essential Job Functions

• Learning all aspects of the CED business

• Communicating - both written and spoken - in English.

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is $17 to $19 hourly.