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Technical Sales Internship Summer 2026

CompanyKEYENCE
LocationItasca
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 21, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As a Technical Sales Intern, you will learn about industry-leading products and solutions while prospecting new business and engaging with customers. You will also shadow outside sales representatives and participate in structured training and mentorship programs.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
6555
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
KEYENCE is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacturing of factory automation equipment ranging from automation sensors, measuring instruments, vision systems, laser markers and digital microscopes. Our innovative products meet customer requirements in every manufacturing and research industry. In our fiscal year 2024, KEYENCE sales reached 7.0 billion US dollars while efficiently operating with around 12,000 employees in 46 countries across the world. KEYENCE sales have grown at an average annual rate of over 10% for the past 25 years, has been ranked within the top 100 of Forbes’s list of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” for 8 years in a row, and has been named one of Boston Consulting Group’s “Top 50 Value Creators” for 9 years in a row. At KEYENCE, we pride ourselves on providing a wide variety of manufacturers the world's best automation technologies. KEYENCE notably offers a full range of services provided by technically trained sales engineers such as application problem solving, technical sales support, and a quick response time to any customer request.
About the Role

🚀 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. 

Key Skills
Strong Work EthicPassion for LearningCompetitive SpiritGoal-Oriented MindsetExcellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsFlexibilityCritical Thinking
Benefits
Paid InternshipHousing ProvidedRental Car ProvidedCompetitive Hourly WagePaid Travel ExpensesHands-On TrainingProfessional DevelopmentOpportunity for Full-Time Offer