Technical Sales Internship Summer 2026

Technical Sales Internship Summer 2026

Join KEYENCE as a Technical Sales Intern. Internship Begins: May/June 2026 Location: Itasca, IL | Paid Internship + Housing & Rental Car Provided Eligibility: Juniors graduating Dec 2026 or May 2027

Ready to gain real-world experience with one of the world's most innovative companies? KEYENCE is seeking driven, goal-oriented college juniors who want to pursue a full-time role in sales post-graduation to join our Technical Sales Internship Program. This is a hands-on opportunity to explore a career in B2B sales while working with a global leader in automation and technology.

What You'll Do

As a Technical Sales Intern, you'll work alongside our high-performing sales team to learn the fundamentals of direct sales and contribute to real business outcomes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Learning about our industry-leading products and solutions
• Prospecting new business through cold calls, warm leads, and team collaboration
• Engaging with customers to understand their operations and identify value-added solutions
• Shadowing outside sales representatives to gain field experience
• Participating in structured training and mentorship programs

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage and paid travel expenses
• Company paid housing and rental car for the duration of the internship
• Hands-on training and professional development
• Opportunity to earn a full-time offer upon successful completion
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and real-world sales strategy

What We're Looking For

• Current junior pursuing a bachelor's degree (Dec 2026 or May 2027 graduation)
• Strong work ethic and a passion for learning
• Competitive spirit and goal-oriented mindset
• Interest in pursuing a career in technical or B2B sales
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and critical thinking to adapt to customer challenges

Why KEYENCE?

• Recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies
• A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
• Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
• A culture that invests in your success from day one

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and start your journey with KEYENCE in January or July 2026!

KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.