Franchisee

Company Description Scholars Edge Painting provides quality painting services at competitive prices while supporting local university students. The organization focuses on delivering strong value to customers through reliable workmanship and professional service. Its mission is to empower and develop students into responsible business entrepreneurs by offering hands-on experience in running real-world projects. Franchisees gain access to training, mentorship, and operational support designed to help them build and manage their own painting business. This combination of practical business education and community-focused service makes Scholars Edge Painting an appealing opportunity for aspiring student entrepreneurs.

Role Description As a Franchisee intern at Scholars Edge, you will start and manage a small painting business in the Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area in a hybrid capacity, with some tasks completed from home and others on-site. Day-to-day responsibilities include promoting services, meeting with potential clients, providing estimates, and coordinating painting projects from start to finish. You will schedule and oversee painting crews, ensure work is completed to quality standards, and handle basic budgeting, invoicing, and record-keeping. The role also involves learning and applying sales techniques, customer service best practices, and business operations processes under the guidance of experienced mentors. This is an internship role that provides practical entrepreneurial experience and supports your development as a future business leader.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in entrepreneurship.
• Basic organizational and planning skills, including time management and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and team members.
• Comfort with sales-related activities such as outreach, networking, and presenting services to potential customers.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setting, balancing on-site duties in the Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area with remote administrative tasks.
• Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and access to transportation for local travel are required
• Current university or college student status is preferred, with availability to work throughout the internship period.