Paid Post-Secondary Student Development Program
Field Territory Sales Summer Student (Kawartha Lakes)
Are you a high-potential post-secondary student looking for more than a desk-based summer job?
Kawartha Dairy’s Student Development Program is a paid, highly selective opportunity designed for students who want hands-on experience, real responsibility, and exposure to how a Canadian manufacturing and retail business operates.
This Field Territory Sales role is ideal for students who enjoy being on the move, building relationships, and taking ownership of a defined territory.
And yes — free ice cream is included!
About the Role
As a Field Territory Sales Summer Student, you’ll work closely with Kawartha Dairy’s Sales team to support retail partners across your assigned territory. This is a customer-facing, field-based role — you won’t be behind a desk.
You’ll help ensure Kawartha Dairy products are well-represented, available, and supported in partner locations, while gaining real-world sales experience in the grocery and food service space.
While the role is field-based, you’ll also be part of our broader Student Development Program, including in-person learning, connection, and mentorship opportunities in Bobcaygeon.
What You’ll Do
Partner with local Territory Managers during the summer sales call cycle
Visit retail and scoop shop partners to support product availability, displays, and merchandising
Support new business development through prospecting and outreach to potential partners
Analyze competitive activity, pricing, and in-store execution
Maximize product presence within existing customer accounts
Support point-of-sale material placement and maintenance
Lead and support in-store and partner sampling events
Represent Kawartha Dairy professionally and positively in the field
What You’ll Gain
By the end of the program, you will have:
Hands-on field sales experience with a respected Canadian brand
Experience managing a defined sales territory
Exposure to retail, customer management, and sales strategy
Practical communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
Mentorship and networking with Kawartha Dairy leaders and fellow students
Insight into how sales connects to manufacturing, supply chain, and marketing
Location & Travel Expectations (Important)
This is a field-based role supporting customers across Kawartha Lakes and surrounding areas.
To be successful in this role, you must:
Have reliable access to your own vehicle for daily travel
Hold a valid G driver’s licence with a clean driving record
Be comfortable driving regularly within your assigned territory
Be able to travel to Bobcaygeon, Ontario:
For program orientation
Once per month for in-person student development days, learning sessions, and team connection
Mileage is reimbursed at $0.55/km, and overnight stays and travel expenses are covered when required.
What We’re Looking For
Students enrolled in (or entering) 3rd–4th year post-secondary or a post-graduate program
Academic background or interest in Business, Marketing, Field Sales, Psychology, or Customer Management
Legally permitted to work in Canada
Available to start May 4, 2025
Comfortable working flexible hours when required (including occasional weekends or holidays)
Independent, organized, and confident working in a field-based role
What Will Make You a Great Fit
You enjoy meeting new people and building relationships
You’re comfortable working independently and taking ownership of your work
You’re organized, reliable, and follow through
You’re curious, motivated, and eager to learn
You align with Kawartha Dairy’s values and want to be part of something meaningful
Grow With Us
Take on real, hands-on sales responsibilities
Build mentoring relationships with experienced sales leaders
Learn alongside other Student Development Program participants
Network through company-sponsored events and learning sessions
Full-time hours throughout the summer
Competitive wage + mileage reimbursement
If you’re looking for a summer experience that offers real responsibility, independence, and professional growth — and you enjoy being out in the field — we’d love to hear from you.
