Field Sales Internship

Location: Tyler, TX or Shreveport, LA
Company: 1-800 Radiator & A/C (Driven Brands)

Overview

Looking for real-world business experience this summer? Our Field Sales Internship gives you hands-on exposure to sales, relationship-building, and territory management while working directly with automotive business owners in your local market.

This is a high-impact role ideal for students entering their senior year who want practical experience in sales, entrepreneurship, or business leadership.

Top-performing interns may receive opportunities for:

• Full-time roles after graduation 
• Part-time roles during senior year 
• Expanded territory responsibility 

What You’ll Do

• Visit automotive repair shops and local businesses in your assigned territory 
• Build relationships and identify opportunities to grow customer accounts 
• Learn how pricing, service, and product availability influence buying decisions 
• Track activity and performance using company systems 
• Develop professional communication and negotiation skills 
• Work alongside experienced sales professionals for coaching and mentorship 

Interns will have direct access to the Sales Manager, General Manager, and CEO to ask questions, learn the business, and accelerate professional development.

Qualifications

• Rising senior (preferred) or rising junior pursuing Business, Economics, Marketing, Communications, or similar degree 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation 
• Interest in sales, business, or entrepreneurship 

Bonus:

• Prior internship or customer-facing experience 
• Interest in automotive industry 
• Multilingual skills 

Compensation

• $17.50 per hour 
• 1099 contract role 
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel 
• Eligible for the same commission and bonus structure as full-time Field Sales Representatives, tied to growth within your assigned territory 

Why This Internship Stands Out

• Real responsibility managing a defined territory 
• Performance-based upside beyond hourly pay 
• Direct exposure to leadership 
• Clear path to full-time employment after graduation 
• Valuable experience in relationship-driven sales