Internship – 2027 Undergraduate Sales Intern – Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG)

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Transportation stipend

Job summary

3M is seeking an Undergraduate Sales Intern for the Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG) in Minnesota. The internship runs Summer 2027 for 10-12 weeks, with a 899-hour service credit cap per year.

Interns work full-time on projects aligned with real business challenges and gain exposure to leaders and professional development opportunities. Role focuses on sales fundamentals, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration across automotive, electronics, and related

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Current GPA not specified in ad; include if relevant by candidate.
• Sophomore year completed by internship start is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on meaningful projects addressing customer, channel, territory, and business priorities.
• Participate in training, coaching, networking, and exposure to senior leadership.
• Develop foundational skills in sales, customer engagement, business analysis, project management, communication, and product knowledge.

Skills

Sales aptitude

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Sophomore year completed (4 semesters)

Job description

Internship – 2027 Undergraduate Sales Intern – Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG)

The role of Undergraduate Sales Intern is intended to start in Summer 2027. Interns work on projects that represent real challenges faced by 3M’s business units and mirror the work conducted by full-time members of the department. Through networking and corporate-sponsored events, interns are exposed to many facets of 3M.

An internship is a temporary position within 3M. Interns typically work a full-time schedule throughout a 10-12 week assignment. This position is limited to working 899 hours per service credit year.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

About The Transportation & Electronics Business Group

In 3M’s Transportation & Electronics Business Group, we are solving tough customer challenges to advance a connected world. We focus on a diverse range of products across different industries like Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Semiconductor, Data Center, and Energy. Come be a part of what is next.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As An Undergraduate Sales Intern In Our Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG), You Will Have The Opportunity To Tap Into Your Curiosity And Collaborate With Some Of The Most Innovative People Around The World. Here, You Will Make An Impact By

• Working on meaningful projects that address real customer, channel, territory, and business priorities
• Taking advantage of training, coaching, networking, and exposure to senior leadership
• Developing foundational skills in sales, customer engagement, business analysis, project management, communication, and product knowledge

Each Internship Will Differ Based On The Team And Business Priorities Where The Intern Is Placed. Projects Could Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following Focus Areas

• Customer and market insights: researching customer needs, market trends, competitive dynamics, sales opportunities, and business performance
• Sales and channel engagement: participating in customer engagement, account planning, territory activities, inside sales, field sales, channel activities, business development, and sales growth initiatives
• Commercial execution and measurement: contributing to sales projects, customer outreach, product demonstrations, campaign execution, performance tracking, stakeholder updates, and recommendations to business leaders

Your Skills And Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited institution
• Current, valid driver’s license is required, as you may be issued a company vehicle for this position

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, or higher, in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Completed a minimum of sophomore year (4 semesters) by the start of the internship
• Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Completion of two required classes in the major, minor, or concentration
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and presentation skills
• Strong time management, analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong aptitude and desire for a career in sales

Work location:

• This role has an on-site working model, with the employees working at least four (4) days a week in the office at 3M Center, located in Maplewood, MN.
• Field Sales positions can be located across the country

Travel: Field sales internships may include up to 75% domestic travel

3M provides eligible interns with a housing and transportation stipend in accordance with current policy.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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Resources for You

For more details on what happens before, during and after the interview process, check out 3M.com/careers

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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