Intern, Technical Sales

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Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us

Job Description
Rockwell Automation's Technical Sales and Consulting Internship Program is a 12-week paid internship where you will develop your sales, technical, and professional skillsets. You will work with manufacturing customers to help them improve their productivity using Rockwell Automation solutions. You will receive in-person, online, and on-the-job training.

There are three tracks available: Business Development Representative, Account Manager, and Technology Consultant. Sales interns are placed in one of our field sales offices across the United States.

Your Responsibilities

• Business Development Representatives develop and qualify new sales opportunities. You'll work with Sales, Customer Success, and Marketing teams to develop targeted strategies and messaging to find opportunities for new business and expansion accounts. You will work with customers by phone and digital methods, including email and online remote meetings.
• Account Managers develop and implement sales strategies and plans to meet sales goals and grow market share. You will work with customers in a face-to-face setting.
• Technology Consultants are technical resources for Rockwell Automation technology and products within their area(s). You will communicate benefits of our portfolio to customers. You will work with customers in a mix of face-to-face and online remote meetings.

Possible Locations:
Appleton, WI; Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Houston, TX; Indianapolis, IN; Kansas City, KS; Los Angeles, CA; Louisville, KY; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Nashville, TN; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Portland, OR; Raleigh, NC; Richmond, VA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; St. Louis, MO; Tampa, FL

The Essentials - You Will Have

• Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical, industrial, mechanical, mechatronics, software or chemical engineering; computer science, industrial distribution, supply chain, business, technical majors or similar
• Have a valid US drivers license and personal vehicle to use for the duration of the internship (Account Manager and Technical Consultant tracks only; Business Development Representative track does NOT require a vehicle)
• Previous intern experience with Rockwell Automation, our Partner Network, or our customers
• Experience with technical skills relevant to the manufacturing industry
• Expected graduation date is December 2026 or beyond
• Must be enrolled full-time at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship

What We Offer

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $20 - $32/hour. Our benefits for the US can be found here. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

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