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Business Management Sales Intern - Convenience
CompanyC.A. Carlin
LocationSchaumburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 18, 2025

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will work with major confectionary brands and learn about the Convenience Channel through field visits and meetings. They will assist the Convenience team with various tasks, including developing communication tools and attending tradeshows.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
347
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
C.A. Carlin (formerly Carlin Group) is a full-service brokerage committed to delivering real time revenue for brands through all classes of trade. Since 1962, we’ve built industry relationships on a foundation of action. We turn information into insight. We convert insight into programs. We drive programs that deliver results on your timeline.
Thanks to our operating partnership with C.A. Fortune and C.A. Ferolie, we’re uniquely positioned to offer our clients a national agency solution that leads with an innovative platform for understanding consumer and shopper behaviors, omnichannel coverage model, long-standing regional and national customer relationships, and unparalleled flexibility.
About the Role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Who We Are </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">At C.A. Carlin, we take brands to new heights. We are one of the leading privately held sales agencies in the industry. Thanks to nimble growth and associations with our operating partners, C.A. Fortune and C.A. Ferolie, we have built brand value that is unlike any other in the CPG industry. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What We Do </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Since our start in 1962, we have built industry relationships on the foundation of trust and action. We turn information into insight. We convert insight into programs. We drive programs that consistently deliver results to our clients, on their timeline. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">We have more than 300 associates and multiple offices throughout the country. We represent top brands in many categories such as confection, snack, grocery, beverage, frozen, dairy etc. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Overview of the Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW36047436 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW36047436 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",469777841,"Aptos",469777842,"",469777843,"Aptos",469777844,"Aptos",201341986,"1",469769226,"Aptos",268442635,"24",469775450,"normaltextrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"normaltextrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}">Reporting directly to the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW36047436 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">VP</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW36047436 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> Sales C-Store Channel and will </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW36047436 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">be shadowing sales, communications, and administrative support while learning about key customers/distributors </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW36047436 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Hybrid; Schaumburg IL</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> in office 3-4 days a week </span></li>
<li><span data-ccp-props="{}">Pay: $17/hour </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. We are on a mission to build better brands for consumers and their families. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is!</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What You’ll Do at C.A. Carlin</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Work with major confectionary brands such as Ferrara, Perfetti Van Melle, Haribo, Feastables, Tootsie Roll Industries, and more </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Learn about the Convenience Channel through attending field visits with key Illinois retail accounts</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Build understanding of our client portfolios by attending webinars and sales meetings</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist our Convenience team by attending summer tradeshows</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Help streamline team communication for key customers/clients by developing tools to top line priorities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist with internal marketing strategies by developing sales related sell sheets/communication tools</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Miscellaneous duties as assigned.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What You Should Bring to the Table</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Basic computer and email ability required; willing to accept training</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Comfortable following instructions and documenting your work.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Reliable, eager to learn, and able to work well with a small team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Perks</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Competitive pay</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Career development opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Work from home flexibility</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Come As You Are</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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