Digital Industries Automation Internship Program - Sales Track

Siemens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Digital Industries Automation offers a 12-week summer internship focused on B2B sales, with placement across DI Automation hubs in Alpharetta, GA; Elk Grove Village, IL; Harleysville, PA; and Lebanon, OH. The program develops go-to-market skills, customer-facing presentations, and understanding of automation solutions.

You will gain hands-on experience in sales processes, CRM use, and relationship building, preparing you for potential full-time roles after graduation while supporting

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s in Industrial Distribution, Industrial/Industrial Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related disciplines
• Available to work 40 hours per week, May 17 – August 6
• Must be willing and able to relocate to any of our DI Automation hubs for the summer
• Work Authorization: legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Shadow high-performance sales teams and build relationships with partners
• Translate technical concepts into clear, compelling value-driven proposals
• Support sales activities and track opportunities using CRMs and sales enablement tools
• Research customers and industries and document needs and buying behaviors
• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and optimize sales processes with new technologies and AI solutions

Skills

Customer focus

Relationship building

Communication

Time management

Relocation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field

Tools

CRM software

Data visualization

Analytics tools

Job description

To create a better future, you need to think outside the box. That’s why we at Siemens need innovators who aren't afraid to push boundaries to join our diverse team of tech gurus. Got what it takes? Then help us create lasting, positive impact!

Transform the everyday with us!

Siemens Digital Industries Automation is a leader in industrial automation and digitalization. We deliver innovative solutions that help customers transform their manufacturing operations and build smarter, more connected factories. Our portfolio spans advanced automation controls and sensors, high-performance drives and motors, HMI and SCADA systems, industrial process control and manufacturing execution systems, digital twin and simulation tools, along with equipment maintenance and safety systems. By integrating advancements in artificial intelligence, edge computing, IT/OT integration, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), our technology unlocks new levels of productivity, efficiency, and data-driven insights.

We are looking for engineering students to join the Digital Industries Automation Internship Program - Sales Track. This position will be based at one of our DI Automation hubs, including but not limited to Alpharetta, GA; Elk Grove Village, IL; Harleysville, PA; and Lebanon, OH.

This is a 12-week summer internship program (May 17, 2026 – August 6, 2027) that is designed to help you develop critical B2B sales skills, gain a deep understanding of our go-to-market strategies in the industrial automation sector, and contribute to real business outcomes. This internship will prepare you for a potential opportunity with our full-time 18-month Automation Genesis development program or other entry-level sales roles after graduation.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Embedding in one of our high-performance Vertical, OEM, Solution Partner, Inside Sales, or E-Commerce sales teams, shadowing experienced sales professionals, and building relationships with internal and external industrial partners
• Learning about our Digital Industries Automation portfolio and developing customer-facing presentations and proposals by translating technical and engineering concepts into clear, compelling value-driven solutions.
• Supporting sales activities, participating in team meetings and sales strategy discussions, as well as using CRMs and sales enablement tools to track opportunities, analyze pipeline activity, and support account development efforts
• Researching customers and industries and documenting customer needs, business challenges, and buying behaviors
• Using your aptitude for problem-solving skills and fresh perspective to identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and optimize sales processes, and leverage new technologies and AI-driven solutions

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Eligibility Requirement:

This internship is a structured experiential learning program for individuals currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program who will continue their studies following the assignment. Current and continuing enrollment is a condition of participation. Applicants who have completed or expect to complete their educational program before or during the assignment period are encouraged to explore our Early Career/ Leadership Development opportunities.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master's students pursuing a degree in: Industrial Distribution, Industrial/Industrial Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Business (with a technical concentration) or related disciplines
• Available to work 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, from May 17 to August 6
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in technical sales, account development, or business development
• Customer-focused mindset with an interest in understanding business challenges and helping connect customers with technical solutions
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, build credibility, collaborate with others, and communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with diverse audiences in customer-facing and internal team environments
• Self-motivated and resourceful, organized, with strong time management skills
• Coursework or interest in manufacturing systems, production processes, or Industry 4.0
• Must be willing and able to relocate to any of our DI Automation hubs for the summer. Location is assigned based on business needs, and relocation assistance is provided if you are required to relocate more than 50 miles from your permanent residence.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 20% for customer visits, job shadows, trade shows, and training events, and have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship, co-op, or case competitions related to sales, business development, or customer-facing engineering environments
• Leadership roles in student organizations, athletics, military service, or community involvement
• Familiarity with CRM platforms, data visualization and analytics tools, or business-to-business processes
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Redaction Notice:

As part of the application, you will be asked to confirm your enrollment status. If your application includes uploaded documents (resume, transcript, or other materials), you may redact any information identifying your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Redacting this information will not affect your candidacy.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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