Digital Industries Automation Internship Program - Technical Consulting Track

Siemens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Pathway to Automation Genesis program

Job summary

Siemens is seeking engineering students for the Digital Industries Automation Internship Program - Technical Consulting Track. This 12-week summer internship runs May 17, 2027 - August 6, 2027 at DI Automation hubs in Alpharetta GA, Elk Grove Village IL, Harleysville PA or Lebanon OH.

You will learn automation tech, create enablement materials, analyze data, and explore roles after graduation. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program, commit to 40 hours/week, and may relocate with

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or computer science.
• Available to work 40 hours per week May 17–Aug 6, 2027.
• Familiarity with industrial automation tech (PLCs, HMI/SCADA, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication for technical audiences.
• Interest in applying technical knowledge to customer challenges.
• Growth mindset and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Willing to relocate to DI Automation hubs for the summer.
• Willing to travel up to 20% with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Learn Siemens DI Automation products and their end-to-end integration.
• Research customer needs and map technologies to opportunities.
• Analyze customer data to identify market expansion areas.
• Develop strategic discovery questions for sales and technical teams.
• Create technical marketing materials and engage customers through content.
• Design easy-to-understand educational content and guides.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Collaboration across teams

Time management

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Education

Industrial Engineering

Industrial Systems Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

CRM platforms

Data visualization tools

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 - Technical Consulting 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, 2027 - August 6, 2027) that is designed to help you develop the technical expertise, consultative skills, and business proficiencies needed to succeed in technical solution consulting roles. You'll learn about our industrial automation technologies and their applications, create high-impact enablement materials, analyze data to drive sales growth, and gain exposure to a range of industries and customer types that our technology serves. This internship will prepare you for a potential opportunity with our full-time 18-month Automation Genesis development program or other entry-level roles after graduation.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Applying your engineering knowledge and problem-solving skills to learn Siemens DI Automation products, understand how they integrate into end-to-end solutions, and connect those solutions to complex manufacturing challenges faced by our end-customers, OEMs, and selling partners
• Researching customer needs and trends in discrete or process industries, and matching our technologies to specific customer opportunities and competitive market landscapes
• Analyzing customer data across key market segments to identify areas to expand market presence
• Developing strategic discovery questions that help sales and technical teams understand customers’ manufacturing challenges, priorities, and solution requirements (for use in customer engagements)
• Creating technical marketing and digital enablement materials, such as playbooks, brochures, digital content, presentations, and proposals that showcase Siemens DI technology as solutions to real-world production challenges and enable customer engagement
• Applying basic engineering fundamentals to design easy-to-understand technical education content, diagrams, and guides that explain complex Siemens solutions to OEM customers or selling partners

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/Industrial Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related technical majors
• Available to work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, from May 17 to August 6, 2027
• Familiarity with, or demonstrated technical aptitude for quickly learning complex industrial automation technologies (such as PLCs, industrial controls, HMI/SCADA systems, instrumentation, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills for translating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Interest in applying technical knowledge to understand customer challenges and develop practical, value-focused recommendations
• Growth mindset, demonstrating resilience in navigating unfamiliar problems, technical concepts, feedback, and changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across technical, sales, marketing, and other cross-functional teams
• Self-motivated and proactive with strong organizational and time management skills, capable of managing projects independently while seeking guidance as needed
• 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:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Leadership roles in student organizations
• Familiarity with CRM platforms, data visualization and analytics tools, or business-to-business processes
• Coursework or interest in manufacturing systems or processes, or Industry 4.0

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.

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