Summer Intern

Company Description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

We are looking for a Summer Intern to join our Rexel team starting in May of 2027! This role is available in Chicago, IL or Cleveland, OH!

The Intern participates in a professional internship program designed to provide on-the-job training and experience through a departmental rotation. Intern will engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity, structured to provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for a career in Electric Distribution. Receives training and mentorship in planning and completing activities and assignments. This is a fixed-term position, typically up to 4 months.

• Participate in programs that expand your knowledge of Electrical Distribution
• Participate in a rotational program that gives you exposure to different departments
• Complete an Internship Project
• Interact with customers
• Learn about Electrical Products
• Proactively look for opportunities to bring value
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

• A Junior or Senior Undergraduate Student
• Currently pursuing a degree in Sales, Marketing, Distribution, Supply Chain, or Business
• Desire to work in Electrical Distribution following graduation

• Eager to learn
• Customer service skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

• Sit:
  Must be able to remain in a stationary position
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Walk:
  Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location
  - Constantly - at least 51%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel:
  Operates a computer and other office machinery
  - Constantly - at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl:
  Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Climb or balance:
  Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell:
  Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%

• Up to 10 pounds
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Up to 25 pounds
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Up to 50 pounds
  - Frequently - 21% to 50%

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold
  - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock
  - Occasionally - 20%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment
  - Occasionally - 20%
• Travels to offsite locations
  -…