Pricing Intern - Performance Coatings Group

The Sherwin-Williams PCG (Performance Coatings Group) Pricing Internship Program is designed to provide you with hands-on experience in pricing strategy, analytics, & operations.The 12-week program features a focused experience in pricing with cross-functional exposure to other functions (Finance, Marketing, Sales, Operations, & Data Science) to develop the foundation for what it takes to become a successful leader in our organization.You will gain meaningful exposure to the processes and technology that drive financial results for the business, all while developing the skills necessary for a successful career.  You will also have the opportunity to visit locations (Stores, Branches, Facilities) to gain an understanding of the different Business Units (Protective & Marine, General Industrial, Industrial Wood, Automotive Finishes).This internship program is scheduled to take place during summer of 2026.  The individual selected for this role will primarily work at the Sherwin-Williams Global Headquarters.  All hires must go through a background check before the start of employment.Additional InformationThe travel for this position is 10%.This role is not remote/hybrid. This role will report to Sherwin-Williams Global Headquarters located at 1 Sherwin Way, Cleveland, OH 44113.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.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 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.Day to Day ResponsibilitiesThe intern will work alongside the pricing team members and help design strategic price recommendation models for customer quotes and help build analytical price reporting dashboards within Business Intelligence software.Leadership DevelopmentYou will complete a project to contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes, allowing you to see the significant role our employees play in Sherwin-Williams' success.Professional NetworkingPartner with cross-functional Business Unit leaders across Pricing, Finance, Marketing, Sales, Operations, IT, & Data Science.Minimum Requirements:Must be at least eighteen (18) years of ageMust 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.)Enrolled in a Master’s level program with analytical focusMust be proficient in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and/or Outlook)Must be willing to work up to 40 hours per week for a total of 12 weeksPreferred Qualification: Have a Master’s degree or higherHave a bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, economics or businessHave advanced Microsoft Office/365 skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)Have Data understanding, modeling, and analysis experience Have experience with BI (Business Intelligence) software (Tableau, MicroStrategy, Qlik, Power BI, Business Objects, etc.)Have working knowledge of programming languages (Python, R, or similar.)Have experience with AI (Artificial Intelligence) or ML (Machine Learning)Have beginner level of statistical knowledge and experience with statistical software (SAS, JMP, SPSS, Minitab, etc.)Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.Have previous Sherwin-Williams internship or co-op experience 

Created: 2026-02-01