On-Campus Sales Intern - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Work Location Type :  Hybrid      Req Number 332604 About Grainger   W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion.  For more information, visit  www.grainger.com .   Compensation This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $19.00/hour.   The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation.  The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.    The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.  Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Overview:   The Grainger On-Campus Sales Internship Program provides hands-on experience in sales, account management, and customer engagement. Based at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign , this role focuses on building relationships across campus departments, increasing awareness of Grainger’s products and services, and supporting business growth.

This internship is ideal for students interested in developing skills in sales, communication, and business development.

Build relationships with campus departments to promote Grainger solutions

Engage with customers to understand needs and recommend products/services

Identify opportunities to grow Grainger’s presence on campus

Support awareness and usage of existing Grainger agreements

Deliver a final presentation to leadership with insights and recommendations

Current UIUC student graduating between December 2026 – June 2027

Leadership or involvement in campus organizations, athletics, or team environments

Customer-facing or service experience (retail, campus roles, internships)

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Interest in sales or business development

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, Sales, Marketing, or related field

3.0 Cumulative GPA

No sponsorship required

Consistent coaching and feedback

Exposure to Grainger leaders and business functions

Professional development and networking opportunities

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