Building Automation Service Sales Intern

Siemens; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Job summary

Siemens is offering a Building Automation Service Sales Intern position in the Minneapolis area for Summer 2027. The 10-week program provides exposure to sales within building automation and energy/sustainability systems, with rotation through multiple departments and hands-on learning.

You will support lead generation, CRM data management, and collaboration with Sales Managers while developing a strong technical and sales foundation for future opportunities at Siemens.

Qualifications

• Must be current enrollment as an undergraduate at an accredited 4-year U.S. college or university.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Sales Managers and Sales Executives within the local branch office.
• Assist the sales team with lead generation, prospecting, and account outreach.
• Support the preparation of sales presentations, proposals, and reports.
• Help manage CRM data by tracking leads and maintaining data accuracy.
• Shadow sales calls and meetings to learn effective sales techniques.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support customer engagement.
• Analyze sales performance data and provide insights into driving growth.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving sales processes.

Skills

Sales aptitude

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate 4-year enrollment

Majors: ME/EE/IE/Energy-Build environment/Construction/Business (Sales)

Job description

Smart Buildings Automation Service Sales Internship

Location: Minneapolis area office, located in Shoreview, MN
Undergraduate: Rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior
Duration: 10 weeks
Start Dates: May 17, May 24, June 7, or June 14, 2027
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Who designs your future? You do.

Are you looking for an internship where you can showcase your technical aptitude and passion for problem solving to ensure customers can work in a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient environment? Does gaining hands‑on experience, real‑world skills and valuable knowledge while developing yourself professionally sound exciting to you?

Smart Buildings Internship Program – Building Automation Service Sales Intern (Summer 2027)

Join our Siemens Smart Buildings Internship Program as a Building Automation Service Sales Intern in Summer 2027!

How long is the Building Automation Service Sales Internship and when can I start?

This internship is a 10‑week program where you will rotate through various departments at your local branch office, focusing all on smart buildings and sustainable infrastructure. Internship Program Start Dates: May 17, May 24, June 7 or June 14, 2027.

What is Building Automation?

Siemens Building Automation Systems is a building management system (BMS) that automatically manages and controls all systems within a building. These systems include lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, fire detection and notification, CCTV, door and window controls, water and waste management. It consists of sensors, controllers, software and communication devices. Siemens offers building automation systems for all building types and sizes, and for every use. The system is designed to manage a wide range of building systems, such as HVAC, lighting, security, fire safety, and other critical building functions.

Click HERE to learn more about Siemens’ Building Automation and Control Systems.

What is Building Automation Service Sales?

The Building Automation Service Sales Team is committed to supporting our Service Agreements business within our commercial Smart Buildings Automation Controls Service team. This Sales Team supports our Building Automation Operations Team whose focus is to perform automation service and maintenance in large commercial buildings such as hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities. Our Sales Executives are ambassadors of quality Siemens technology, products and services.

What will I do as a Building Automation Service Sales Intern?

• Work alongside Sales Managers and Sales Executives within the local branch office.
• Assist the sales team with lead generation, prospecting, and account outreach.
• Support the preparation of sales presentations, proposals, and reports.
• Help manage CRM data by tracking leads and maintaining data accuracy.
• Shadow sales calls and meetings to learn effective sales techniques.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (operations, other business units, departments, etc.) to support customer engagement
• Analyze sales performance data and provide insights into driving growth.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute creative ideas for improving sales processes.
• Participate in sales related activities (learning how to prospect, go‑to‑market, build B2B relationships, on‑the‑job training and shadowing, etc.)
• Rotate through our core business segments, which include Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, Security and Energy/Sustainability Systems.

What will my responsibilities be as a Building Automation Service Sales Intern?

• Position Siemens as an industry leader among service providers, leveraging Siemens world‑class digital service delivery as a key differentiator.
• Collaborate with operations and internal teams to deliver excellent customer outcomes.
• Help prospect for new customers and engage with existing customers on new offerings.
• Visit customer sites with both Solutions and Services Sales Teams.
• Develop value‑based proposals, estimates, specifications, and presentations.
• Work with operations, finance, legal and other inside and outside resources to obtain the sale.
• Attend job take‑offs and turnover meetings.
• Actively participate in sales department meetings, workshops, and seminars to stay knowledgeable on current market, business, and product trends.

The goal of this internship program is to develop future talent for the Siemens organization and help you identify where you may be interested in pursuing a career at Siemens post‑graduation.

To apply for the Building Automation Service Sales Internship, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Education: Must be current enrollment as an undergraduate at an accredited 4‑year U.S. college or university.
• Majors: Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Energy/Sustainability, Built Environment, Construction Management or Business Administration, Sales/Marketing with a strong technical engineering aptitude.
• Preferred: Participation in a school sponsored sales engineering club/organization, pursuing a professional sales certificate or similar.
• Earliest Graduation Date: December 2027
• Availability: Ability to work 40-hours per week for the 10‑week program (May-July or June-August).
• Relocation: No relocation assistance or housing stipend is provided. Must be willing and able to work at the branch office location and surrounding local area.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company or school sponsorship. This program does not support students on a Visa such as F1, J1, M1 and H1B as well as OPT/CPT.

Benefits:

The hourly pay range for this position is $24 - $28 per hour, based off of your projected graduation year. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Additionally, interns for Siemens are eligible to contribute into our 401K program.