On Campus Internship - Ohio State University

CDW LLC.; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Ongoing mentorship

On‑campus experience

Job summary

CDW Campus Intern Program offers a paid, on‑campus role for sophomores or juniors to gain customer-facing experience while balancing academics. Interns work with a dedicated Intern Program Manager and Sales team, receiving 6 weeks of paid training plus ongoing mentorship.

Interns collaborate to add value to the student technology experience, participating in live meetings, webinars, and vendor events. The program is designed for a flexible schedule and on campus involvement.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student enrolled as Sophomore or Junior.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.
• Ability to balance academics with internship duties.
• Willingness to learn and work on campus 15–25 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between CDW Sales team, university, and partners.
• Network with campus departments to build relationships.
• Research technology trends and identify opportunities for CDW on campus.
• Educate university stakeholders on the CDW partnership.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate student (Sophomore/Junior)

Job description

Description

CDW Campus Interns make a valuable impact at their university without leaving campus. The CDW Campus Intern Program is a dynamic experience that allows students to experience CDW’s culture by working with an experienced team of problem solvers that win together. CDW values our coworker’s work/life balance and it’s reflected by the design of our Campus Intern Program. As a Campus Intern, you will have the flexibility of balancing your academic work load by mapping out your own schedule with no commute.

As a Campus Intern, you will directly enhance the technology footprint at your University while gaining customer-facing experience. You are responsible for fostering the connection between IT departments, University Administration and CDW to maximize the student technology experience on campus and ultimately ensure that students get the most out of their college investment. CDW Campus Interns are active year‑around working on campus.

You will sharpen your communication skills and gain hands‑on exposure in a cutting‑edge industry by learning beyond the classroom. CDW Campus Interns work directly with a dedicated Intern Program Manager and Sales team receiving 6‑weeks paid training and ongoing mentorship. Beyond the formal training, you’ll collaborate with the team to learn how to strategically add value to the customer experience. You will receive opportunities to participate in ongoing training over the course of the internship including: Job Shadowing, LiveMeeting, Webinars, Online Training Modules, Vendor‑Sponsored Events, and regular conference calls.

What you'll do

• Serve as a liaison between the CDW Sales team, your University and Fortune 500 technology partners


• Network, build and maintain relationships with our existing customers across various departments on your campus


• Research technology trends and identify opportunities how CDW can be more strategic on Campus


• Educate existing customers on the CDW partnership by highlighting the value and expertise offered to the University

What we expect from you

• Sophomore or Junior enrolled in an undergraduate program at the University indicated in job title


• Effective problem‑solving skills, analytical aptitude and the ability to learn quickly


• Strong organization and time management skills to work in an independent environment


• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of an organization


• Availability to work on campus for 15-25 hours/week within standard business hours, year‑round. But temporarily, while we're in this period of Covid disruption, the expectations are decreased, and expect fewer hours worked and 100% virtual


• Must be authorized to work for CDW in the United States, immigration sponsorship (H1-B, TN, etc.) is not currently available for this position

Hourly Compensation: $15.85

CDW is committed to being an AI‑fluent organization

We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever‑evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision‑making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.

Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a full‑stack, full‑lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.

Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.