2027 Summer Internship | Sales | Houston, TX

About the role

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in its people – providing leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s is a family‑owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933 and a reputation for an outstanding workplace culture.

Overview

The Intern works in one area of our business or a variety of teams—including Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, Special Events, and Warehouse & Delivery—to gain knowledge and understanding of the alcohol distribution industry. The structured internship is designed to give students exposure to the wine and spirits industry and broad experience in the relationship between marketing, sales, and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of teams to become familiar with all aspects of the Sales Division.
• Support Sales departments, including but not limited to Category Management, Distribution Warehouse Sales (DWS), Point of Sale (POS), Chain Merchandising Divisions, and Graphics.
• Participate in training, on‑site meetings, and department‑wide learning opportunities as available.
• Participate in the setup, operation, and tear‑down of special events, tastings, or functions as directed by the Supervisor.
• Assist with On‑Premise Surveys.
• Support the team with additional projects as assigned and defined by the student’s specific learning goals.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency plus one year of experience.
• Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA (Grade Point Average).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Physical Demands

• Considerable time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (keyboard, mouse, monitor) or adding machine.
• Occasional walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping.
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20 lb.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability coverage.
• Life insurance plans.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness program.
• Parental leave.
• Vacation accrual.
• Paid sick leave.
• Additional benefits offered to full‑time employees.