Sales Leadership Development Internship 2026

Job Req ID:106323

Job Type:Full-time

Work Category:Field

Application Close Date: 09/01/2025

Sponsorship:Not Available

Compensation: $21.50 -23.50

Duration: June - August (6-8 weeks)

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We are GALLO

We're a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, that's consistently recognized as a Glassdoor "Best Places to Work." We have130+ brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio including wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We're home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. - Barefoot Wine & High Noon and are the official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.

View our Corporate Values and Mission Statement here.

A Taste of What You'll Do

GALLO is excited to invite passionate individuals to apply for our 6-8 week Sales Internship Program. This unique opportunity is designed to immerse you in our dynamic Sales organization, offering hands-on experience through job shadowing and training across various roles and projects. You will have the chance to engage with different facets of our business, collaborate with management, and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. We're committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders in a diverse and inclusive environment.

During the internship, you will rotate through key commercial assignments, starting as a Field Sales Representative, where you'll gain insights into retail sales, merchandising, and management techniques. As you progress, you'll work alongside a Market Development Manager to understand brand objectives and training roles, and with a Business Intelligence Manager to explore strategic business facets like new product launches and pricing strategies. Additionally, you'll have the chance to learn from managers in other areas such as Spirits, Fine Wine, and Shopper Marketing.

Your journey will culminate in completing a project tailored to your interests, which you'll present to our management team, showcasing your findings and solutions. This experience is not just about learning but about making a tangible impact.

Our internship is offered in multiple locations, including Chicago, Boston, Tampa, New Jersey, DC, Charlotte, New York, Minnesota, Indiana, California, Detroit, New Hampshire, and Dallas. We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, innovate, and contribute to our inclusive culture. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a company that values diversity and growth, we encourage you to apply. Join us and start your journey toward becoming a leader in the wine industry.

What You'll Need

• Currently enrolled at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor's degree; OR have obtained a Bachelor's Degree.
• Candidate is required to have a valid driver's license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver's license based on the position's location within 30 days of hire.
• Required to be 21 years of age or older.
• Required to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
• Required to travel up to 40% of the time to perform job duties.
• Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

How You'll Stand Out

• Senior class standing at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated Leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in managing multiple assignments.
• Experience in problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork experience.

To view the full job description, please click here.

Our Benefits & Perks

We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more! Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

The Fine Print

• The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participate in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.
• This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires regular travel within your assigned territory. Occasional travel to company sites may be required as needed.
• It is the Company's policy for job postings to be open to internal candidates for a minimum of 5 days and to external candidates, if applicable, for a minimum of 3 days.

Gallo's policy is to afford equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and not to discriminate on the basis of race, traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Nor will Gallo discriminate based on a perception that an individual has any of the foregoing characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.

Gallo will comply with state and local laws prohibiting discrimination for lawful out-of-work behavior, such as off-duty use of cannabis away from the workplace (subject to federal and state law exceptions), the existence of non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites in hair, blood, urine, or other bodily fluids as determined by a drug screening test (subject to federal and state law exceptions).

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gallo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at 209.341.7000.

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