Oakes Auto Group Summer Internship Program

Apply now for one of three exclusive spots in the Oakes Auto Group Summer Internship Program!

Join one of the region’s leading automotive dealer groups and gain real-world experience through a rotational internship designed to expose you to three critical dealership roles: Sales Intern, Finance & Insurance (F&I) Intern, and Sales Manager Intern. Each intern will rotate through all three positions over the summer, receiving hands-on training and mentorship from top performers in the business.

 What You’ll Do

1. Sales Intern — “Sales Consultant’s Right Hand”

Learn and assist with the full vehicle sales process

Support CRM customer communications

Help with vehicle merchandising: photos, videos, and deliveries

Set up new customers with digital tools (e.g., Kia Connect, E-Delivery)

Learn to handle paperwork, trade-ins, and basic finance tools

Objective: Learn what it takes to be a successful sales professional in the automotive industry.

2. F&I Intern — “Finance Manager’s Right Hand”

Learn how to structure loans and secure approvals across credit tiers

Assist with funding, document handling, and lender communication

Help manage product logs and deal funding timelines (CIT)

Roleplay with managers to learn presentation/objection handling

Attend team meetings and actively contribute to performance tracking

Objective: Learn what it takes to be successful as a Finance and Insurance professional in automotive and the key role they play in protecting the Dealership, Lender, and the Customer.

3. Sales Manager Intern — “Sales Manager’s Right Hand”

Monitor team and individual performance metrics

Assist with follow-up compliance and customer satisfaction surveys

Update sales logs and help maintain performance boards

Shadow managers through sales closing scenarios and team leadership

Objective: Learn how to measure and coach Sales professionals to improve the customer experience and drive performance expectations.

 Who We’re Looking For

Current college students or recent grads (Business, Marketing, Communications, or Automotive-related fields preferred)

High energy, detail-oriented, and eager to learn

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment

Valid driver’s license required

 What You'll Gain

Hands-on experience across Sales, Finance, and Management functions

Mentorship from seasoned dealership leaders

Opportunity to build foundational automotive retail skills

Potential for full-time consideration upon graduation

Spots are limited—apply today to kick start your automotive career with Oakes Auto Group!

 Location: Kansas City, MO
 Apply through our Career Page at Oakesauto.com