Intern, Technical Sales & Consulting (USA)

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27 Locations
Hybrid
20-32 Hourly
Internship
Hardware • Software
The Role
A 12-week paid internship offering business development, account management, or technology consulting tracks. Interns develop sales, technical, and professional skills; qualify sales opportunities; create sales strategies; communicate automation product benefits; and work with manufacturing customers through phone, digital, remote, and face-to-face interactions. The role includes structured training and placement in a Rockwell Automation field sales office.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 2027 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 www.raquickfind.com.

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.

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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 +1 (844) 404-7247.

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.

Skills Required

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
  • Degree in electrical, industrial, mechanical, mechatronics, software, or chemical engineering; computer science, industrial distribution, supply chain, business, technical majors, or a similar field
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and personal vehicle for the internship, required for Account Manager and Technology Consultant tracks
  • Previous internship experience with Rockwell Automation, its Partner Network, or its customers
  • Technical skills relevant to the manufacturing industry
  • Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later
  • Full-time enrollment for at least one semester following the internship

Rockwell Automation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rockwell Automation and has not been reviewed or approved by Rockwell Automation.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental‑health support, disability and life insurance, and wellness resources. Multiple plan choices and supportive programs contribute to the package feeling well‑rounded.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching that is positioned as a meaningful part of total compensation. These offerings reinforce longer‑term financial security as a core strength.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave was expanded and a paid caregiver leave was added, indicating clear support for family needs. These policies are complemented by flexibility signals and dedicated paid volunteer time.

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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, WI
22,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1903

What We Do

At Rockwell Automation, we connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more intelligent, more connected and more productive.

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