Summer Intern

Job Description

About the Graybar Summer Internship Program

Make a difference as a Graybar summer intern! This program offers a unique opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios within a leading wholesale distribution company. Our structured internship provides exposure to various areas of our business, helping you understand wholesale distribution and explore your career interests. Opportunities are available across the country, and we encourage you to upload a cover letter outlining your academic or professional interests and the areas you hope to explore, allowing us to tailor the experience to your goals.

In This Role You Will:

• Learn Graybar’s business: This may include diverse functions such as sales, warehousing, customer service, operations, finance, and more.
• Get hands-on experience by actively contributing to daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Complete meaningful projects that add value to the business and enhance your professional skills.
• Participate in professional networking events and activities, connecting with industry experts and Graybar leaders.

What You Bring To The Table:

• Must be a college junior graduating between December 2026 and May 2027.
• Majoring in a business-related degree with an emphasis in professional sales, supply chain, industrial distribution, or similar. We also accept IT students.
• Possess a positive attitude and a proactive approach to learning and challenges.
• Demonstrate interest in a career with a wholesale distributor.
• Maintain excellent academic standing.

Shift and Compensation Details:

• Shift and Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm (predictable work schedule).
• Compensation Details: The rate of pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.

The Value of Graybar & Why Join Us:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits. While internship benefits may vary, Graybar’s commitment to its employees is a core part of its culture:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans, reflecting our employee ownership culture.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy predictable work schedules with no weekends or nights for most roles, and benefits like Paid Vacation & Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and a Paid Wellness Day.
• Community Involvement: Make a difference with Community Time Off to volunteer and give back.
• Career Development: Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• Recognition & Culture: Celebrate achievements with our Employee Recognition Program and thrive in an inclusive, collaborative environment where every employee matters.

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, fostering a sense of belonging, ownership, and inclusion. We are dedicated to building a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn, and make a difference, both individually and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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