The Sherwin-Williams Finance internship is designed to provide you with hands-on experience in Sherwin Business Services Vendor Master Maintenance.
The internship features a singular Corporate Procurement Department experience, where you’ll learn the business environment of a large corporation.You will gain meaningful exposure to the day-to-day activities and special projects on the Vendor Master Maintenance team within the Corporate Procurement Department.
This internship program is scheduled to begin Summer 2025 and designed to be 10-14 weeks in duration. This role’s schedule is typically 37.5 hours per week during the summer (M-F 8:30AM-5PM).
Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commuteit matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at
http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position, which will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of non-discriminatory factors considered in making compensation decisions including geographic location; skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.
- Participate in maintenance on vendor records using Coupa RPMA processes
- Review and solve record discrepancies with vendors
- Support the validation of vendor banking updates through Coupa RPMA
- Coordinate with internal and external contacts to release holds in Coupa portal
- Assist with onboarding of vendors in Coupa RPMA portal
Leadership Development:
- Assisting with special projects
- Building and fostering relationships with new and current suppliers in order to increase efficiency, reduce procurement costs, and improve quality.
Professional Development:
- Exposure to financial and vendor management systems
- Development of professional network by collaborating across finance department
- Enhancing financial and business acumen through skill development
- Experience in process improvement initiatives
What is the Process to get Started
Step 1 – Online Application
Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page:https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/
Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners
Step 2 – Digital Interview
Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions
You’ll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation
Step 3 – Panel Interview
Your video interview is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team and our top candidates are invited to meet with out team in a virtual Microsoft teams panel interview.
Minimum Requirements
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future.
- Must be enrolled in a college or university, pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business at the time of the internship
- Willingness to work all scheduled hours, including overtime as needed, with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
- Be a rising or current Junior or Senior in college or university at the start of the internship program
- Have prior school or work experience in finance, accounting, and business
- Have at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and/or Outlook)
- Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
- Previous experience in the Sherwin-Williams Corporate Finance Internship Program