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At CDW, our purpose is to make technology work so people can do great things.
The Role
Participate in a 10-week technology sales internship involving account research, outbound prospecting, customer relationship building, campaign support, territory analysis, and collaboration with sellers, vendors, and cross-functional teams. Interns receive classroom training, mentoring, coaching, professional development, and exposure to solution-based business-to-business technology sales.
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Job Summary
* Are you ready to launch your sales career?
* Join CDW's Summer Sales Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in business-to-business technology sales. Work alongside top-performing sales professionals, learn solution-based selling strategies, and access 1,000+ leading technology brands - all while building a nationwide network of peers.
* What You'll Do
* Contribute to strategic projects that impact our sales organization
* Research new and inactive accounts to uncover opportunities
* Develop skills in building rapport with customers through outbound phone calls
* Shadow experienced sellers and collaborate on targeted campaigns
* Partner with mentors and buddies to sharpen sales and professional skills
* Analyze segment-specific data to support territory optimization
* Engage with vendor partners and cross-functional teams to understand CDW's business model
* How You'll Grow
* Over 10 weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience in technology sales through classroom training, real-world projects, and ongoing coaching from your Sales Manager. Your journey begins with a 3-day orientation in Chicago, where you'll connect with fellow interns, meet CDW leaders, and dive into our culture and sales fundamentals. Throughout the program, you'll also take part in professional development activities + executive panels, workshops, and volunteer events - designed to prepare you for a potential full-time sales career.
* Program Details
* The 2027 Summer Internship Program runs will begin on Wednesday, June 2nd through Friday, August 6th and offers a hybrid work experience in the location listed in the job description.
* What We're Looking For
* Currently enrolled undergraduate students with a graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028 with ability to begin full-time employment in 2028 (if offered employment post-internship)
* Passion for a career in sales and a self-starter mindset
* Strong interpersonal and time management skills
* Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week during standard business hours throughout the summer, with a hybrid work arrangement
* Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship as a full-time coworker Salary: $19/hour Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/ Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* 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.
Job Summary
* Are you ready to launch your sales career?
* Join CDW's Summer Sales Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in business-to-business technology sales. Work alongside top-performing sales professionals, learn solution-based selling strategies, and access 1,000+ leading technology brands - all while building a nationwide network of peers.
* What You'll Do
* Contribute to strategic projects that impact our sales organization
* Research new and inactive accounts to uncover opportunities
* Develop skills in building rapport with customers through outbound phone calls
* Shadow experienced sellers and collaborate on targeted campaigns
* Partner with mentors and buddies to sharpen sales and professional skills
* Analyze segment-specific data to support territory optimization
* Engage with vendor partners and cross-functional teams to understand CDW's business model
* How You'll Grow
* Over 10 weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience in technology sales through classroom training, real-world projects, and ongoing coaching from your Sales Manager. Your journey begins with a 3-day orientation in Chicago, where you'll connect with fellow interns, meet CDW leaders, and dive into our culture and sales fundamentals. Throughout the program, you'll also take part in professional development activities + executive panels, workshops, and volunteer events - designed to prepare you for a potential full-time sales career.
* Program Details
* The 2027 Summer Internship Program runs will begin on Wednesday, June 2nd through Friday, August 6th and offers a hybrid work experience in the location listed in the job description.
* What We're Looking For
* Currently enrolled undergraduate students with a graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028 with ability to begin full-time employment in 2028 (if offered employment post-internship)
* Passion for a career in sales and a self-starter mindset
* Strong interpersonal and time management skills
* Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week during standard business hours throughout the summer, with a hybrid work arrangement
* Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship as a full-time coworker Salary: $19/hour Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/ Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* 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.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled undergraduate student graduating in December 2027 or May 2028
- Ability to begin full-time employment in 2028 if offered employment after the internship
- Passion for a career in sales and a self-starter mindset
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week during standard business hours throughout the summer
- Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship as a full-time coworker
What the Team is Saying
Phil
Practice Vice President
Mason
Sales Intern
Kevin Denison
Director, Strategic Initiatives — U.S. Commercial
Christine A. Leahy
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
CDW Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription benefits, and mental-health/EAP resources available. Feedback suggests plan breadth is robust, with HSA/FSA options and wellness support.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility resources, and dependent-care support are included among the offerings. Feedback suggests these family-oriented programs are a meaningful part of the total package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offerings such as employee assistance programs, wellness resources, paid volunteer time, and product/commuter discounts are highlighted. Feedback suggests some locations also provide onsite or hybrid-work perks.
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The Company
What We Do
CDW Corporation is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. For more information about CDW, please visit www.CDW.com. Our broad array of products and services range from hardware and software to integrated IT solutions such as security, cloud, hybrid infrastructure and digital experience.
Why Work With Us
Trust, connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
CDW is committed to offering a high quality, flexible work experience centered around connection, collaboration, and coworker well-being. Our flexible hybrid approach enables coworkers to get the best of working from home and being together.
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