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!

KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.

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