Posted:
2/23/2026, 4:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States ⋅ Minnesota, United States
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Sales & Account Management
Job Description:
Get Experience. Build Your Resume. Start Your Career.
Johnson Brothers is a national family-owned wine, spirits and beer distributor. Johnson Brothers has been providing exceptional service to our customers since 1953, representing the world's most famous brands in the beverage industry. Johnson Brothers is dedicated to promoting a more open and diverse industry and broader Wine & Spirits professions. Pertaining to our 2026 Internship program, we welcome all student applicants and specifically encourage students from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply.
Our sales internship is a hands-on introduction to a career in sales, the chance to explore the wine, spirits & beer industry and an opportunity to work directly with our amazing customers. Interns will learn alongside our sales team to develop their selling skills and knowledge of the industry. Interns will also have the opportunity to mentor under divisions specializing in both retail and on-premise accounts. Along with job development, the program is comprised of exciting social activities, weekly meetings and networking events with other interns, sales team members and senior management.
Previous experience in sales roles, restaurants, acting as a leader in a student organization or having been a student athlete can make you a great candidate for this role. Apply your competitive nature to serve our customers! Imagine yourself representing many of the most recognized and successful brands in the Twin Cities Metro.
Details:
Internships will be 10 weeks through summer and full-time
Compensation: $20/hour
Located in the Twin Cities
Support in-store tastings
Achieve sales objectives
Build and maintain relationships
Effectively manage your territory
Actively sell current and new products
Serve accounts on a regular schedule
Merchandise shelves with strategic shelf placement
Maintain cold boxes and build displays
Stock inventories across accounts
Maintain up-to-date awareness of company activities, industry trends and government regulations
Pursuing a degree in Business or related field
Must have completed junior year before the start of the program
Must be at least 21-years-old before the start of the program
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug test
Experience with Microsoft Office Software (preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Independent worker
Exceptional customer service skills
Prior sales experience preferred
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Must provide own transportation
Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
Worker Sub-Type:
InternTime Type:
Full timeWebsite: https://www.johnsonbrothers.com/
Headquarter Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1953
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Food and Beverage ⋅ Wine And Spirits