Candidate will support the enterprise priority initiative known as Phoenix, which supports our CRM transformation. This role will support the Phoenix team across a range of activities

Additional Information

This role is not remote/hybrid. This role will report to Sherwin-Williams Global Headquarters located at 1 Sherwin Way, Cleveland, OH 44113.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

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 commute—it 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 case and 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 factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. 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 employer. 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.

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 (e.g., OPT, CPT, H1B, EB-1,etc.)
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must be pursing a bachelor’s degree or higher at the time of the internship
• Must be actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, IT, Business, Project Management, or Communications
• Must be able to work full time (37.5 hours per week) during Summer for at least 10 weeks, and physically present in downtown office 5 days per week
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and/or Outlook)
• Must have understanding of primary market research methodologies including quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Must have familiarity with generative AI concepts and tools

Preferred Qualification:

• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Have an expected graduation date in 2026 - 2027
• Have demonstrated leadership involvement in extracurricular activities on campus or in the community
• Have completion of a business project management course or similar

• Drive Insightful Research: Analyze customer survey data, uncover trends, and translate feedback into actionable insights that inform Phoenix’s strategy
• Monitor the Market: Track competitor moves, industry shifts, product evolution and digital innovation, delivering intelligence that keeps Phoenix ahead of the curve
• Interrogate the Data: analyze core data sets to understand bright spots, identify insights and proactively flag areas in need of enrichment
• Collaborate Across Teams: Engage with agile workstreams, participate in sprints, and contribute to workshops that fuel our CRM transformation
• Champion Change: Support change management efforts by mapping business processes, documenting best practices, and helping teams adapt to new ways of working
• Tell the Story: Present findings to Phoenix leaders and stakeholders, making complex data clear, compelling, and actionable
• Participating in various project and team meetings as needed, taking and reporting out organized notes and next steps
• Developing and maintaining project documentation as required
• Curiosity & Agility: You’re eager to learn, quick to adapt, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Analytical Mindset: Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis; experience with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, or Dynamics 365 is a plus
• Communication Power: Clear, concise writing and confident verbal communication—able to engage audiences from interns to executives
• Self-Starter Energy: You manage your time, juggle priorities, and deliver results with minimal supervision
• Growth Mindset: You embrace feedback, seek out challenges, and are passionate about making an impact