Technical Sales Intern

Rockwell Automation

. Business Development Representatives develop and qualify new sales opportunities.

Posted 5/19/2026internshipMilwaukee • California, Florida, Massachusetts, Ohio, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $20 - $32 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Business Development Representatives develop and qualify new sales opportunities.
You'll work with Sales, Customer Success, and Marketing teams to develop targeted strategies and messaging to find opportunities for new business and expansion accounts.
You will work with customers by phone and digital methods, including email and online remote meetings.
Account Managers develop and implement sales strategies and plans to meet sales goals and grow market share.
You will work with customers in a face-to-face setting.
Technology Consultants are technical resources for Rockwell Automation technology and products within their area(s).
You will communicate benefits of our portfolio to customers.
You will work with customers in a mix of face-to-face and online remote meetings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical, industrial, mechanical, mechatronics, software or chemical engineering; computer science, industrial distribution, supply chain, business, technical majors or similar
Have a valid US drivers license and personal vehicle to use for the duration of the internship (Account Manager and Technical Consultant tracks only; Business Development Representative track does NOT require a vehicle)
Previous intern experience with Rockwell Automation, our Partner Network, or our customers
Experience with technical skills relevant to the manufacturing industry
Expected graduation date is December 2026 or beyond
Must be enrolled full-time at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
401k
Paid Time off
Parental and Caregiver Leave
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

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Hard Skills & Tools

sales strategiesmarket share growthtechnical skillsbusiness developmentcustomer communicationaccount managementsales opportunity qualificationdigital communicationremote meeting facilitationengineering principles

Soft Skills

interpersonal communicationteam collaborationstrategic thinkingcustomer relationship managementproblem-solvingadaptabilityorganizational skillspresentation skillsnegotiation skillstime management