Electrification Sales Internship - Summer 2027

ABB Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

ABB in Houston seeks an engineering intern to support district sales and operations, analyzing market trends and assisting with bid strategy. You will help prepare equipment proposals, review technical and commercial aspects, and support customer negotiations.

The role operates on-site in Houston, with tasks spanning Salesforce usage, proposal development, and cross-team collaboration to meet project timelines and customer needs.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering in the United States.
• Willingness to commute to the Houston site.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Study and analyze market trends and bid strategy discussions.
• Support outside sales with equipment project proposals and reviews.
• Assist in customer bid negotiations to secure project wins.
• Use Salesforce to track opportunity pipelines and assist forecasting.
• Develop technical proposals and equipment layouts per customer plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Project coordination

Sales support

Team collaboration

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

District Sales Manager

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through various projects. Each day, you will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed. You will also showcase your skills by supporting ABB's operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities.

The ABB Electrification team in Houston is looking for the next brightest star to help continue their path of unprecedented growth and success through electrifying the industrial, OEM and construction markets in the greater Houston, Louisiana & gulf coast area. Become a part of and learn from the most talented professionals in sales, marketing and operations. Your career starts here.

The work model for the role is onsite in Houston, TX.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Study and analyze market trends, prospect large capital project opportunities, coordinate project bid strategy discussions.
• Support outside sales account managers with preparation of equipment project proposals, perform technical and commercial proposal reviews, evaluate project price and profitability.
• Assist sales with customer bid negotiations to help ABB secure project wins and optimize profitability.
• Operate within Salesforce.com to help the sales team accurately track opportunity pipelines and assist finance and operational leaders with project forecasting.
• Use product configurator software to develop effective technical proposals and equipment layout drawings per customer plans and specifications.
• Collaborate across business lines to help leverage ABB's entire product portfolio.
• Provide technical and logistical support to ABB customers and channel partners.
• Living ABB's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business.
• Collaborating with various teams to support ABB's operations, ensuring effective coordination and timely project completion within the defined timelines.

• Leveraging insights about customer needs and ABB's offerings to identify suitable solutions for clients, leading to project results that meet customer expectations.

• Participating in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and other collaborative efforts.

• Seeking feedback and guidance from manager and team members to improve performance and skills.

Qualifications for the role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or industrial engineering in the United States.
• Intern must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorshipnow and in the future.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze complex situations and develop strategic solutions.
• Effectively organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Exhibit the capability to manage several tasks at once while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Collaborate with team members to convey ideas, share information, and provide updates on project progress.

Why ABB?

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiniti Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiniti Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

Internships at ABB within the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off.

The hourly rate is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications, graduation year and experience. This position is expected to pay between $20 - $34 per hour.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.