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2026 Summer Sales Engineering Internship

CompanyIllinois Tool Works
LocationEden Prairie
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 20, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Sales Intern will conduct market research and competitor analysis, manage CRM data, and support lead generation efforts. Additionally, the intern will collaborate with engineering and product teams and provide administrative support for sales campaigns.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$19 - $29
Company Size
112
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><span>We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented <b>Sales Intern</b> to support our sales team in driving growth and maintaining strong relationships with clients in the engineering and technology sectors. This internship offers hands-on experience in sales operations and customer engagement.</span></p><p></p><p><u><b><span>Key Responsibilities</span></b></u></p><ul><li><span>Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support strategic initiatives</span></li><li><span>Help manage CRM data, update client records, and track sales activities</span></li><li><span>Support the sales team in lead generation and qualification</span></li><li><span>Collaborate with engineering and product teams</span></li><li><span>Partner with the financial analyst in preparing reports and dashboards for sales performance tracking</span></li><li><span>Provide administrative support for sales campaigns and events</span></li></ul><p></p><p><u><b><span>Qualifications</span></b></u></p><ul><li><span>Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field</span></li><li><span>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; </span>able to explain technical ideas in a clear way.</li><li><span>GPA 3.0 or above</span></li><li><span>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite</span></li><li><span>Analytical mindset with attention to detail</span></li><li><span>Self-starter with a willingness to learn and take initiative</span></li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>Internship Experience</u></b></p><p>Join the MTS Systems Internship Program, where you'll take on impactful projects, connect with industry leaders, and grow your career. As an intern, you'll work on real-world challenges that directly influence our business, while building a professional network with fellow interns and top leaders across Minnesota and beyond! This full-time, paid internship is located on-site in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working with a manager and mentor to complete a project from start to finish during the summer. Plus, with flexible start and end dates, you can tailor the experience to your schedule. Throughout the program, you'll have opportunities to attend networking events, both within MTS and across ITW’s divisions in Minnesota. You’ll also enjoy personal and professional development sessions, plus fun activities like baseball games, happy hours, and summer sports leagues. At the end of the summer, you'll present your project to MTS business leaders, showcasing your contributions and impact. If you're ready for a summer filled with learning, growth, and excitement, the MTS Systems Internship Program is for you!</p><p></p><p><b><u>Who We Are?</u></b></p><p>MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Customers including Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies and the world’s leading researchers in materials, seismic and other engineering disciplines all rely on our complex test and simulation systems to determine the reliability of product properties and to comply with quality standards.</p><p></p><p><a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DvXOsvWpTHH4&data=05%7C02%7Cmichael.welter%40mts.com%7Ccae6c9ba263343de0dcc08ddf21ed270%7C7fa3ed9ffff94884a6e28dd98886b775%7C0%7C0%7C638932936373041970%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=V1Z%2B980asszElkyoP43xbjdZYvhp2uwjvihTU2yI%2F2I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4</a></p><p><a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DtS8ev9GXTWk&data=05%7C02%7Cmichael.welter%40mts.com%7Ccae6c9ba263343de0dcc08ddf21ed270%7C7fa3ed9ffff94884a6e28dd98886b775%7C0%7C0%7C638932936373073075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tGigDewWaLYOwvXLyA4aB0R0fjqfWEc46n9t6OE38dQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tS8ev9GXTWk</a></p><p></p><p>MTS is an ITW company. ITW is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with 49,000 employees across 56 countries worldwide. The company´s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns and offers career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe. At ITW we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world.</p><p>Our unique ITW Business Model applied across all segments and businesses gives us the tools to focus on what’s most important, and keeps us grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.</p><p></p><p><b><u>Opportunities to Get Involved and Give Back</u></b></p><p>• Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led organizations that bring together diverse groups of people to share experiences and innovative ideas to help accelerate our path to full potential: <a href="https://www.itw.com/careers/diversity-inclusion/" target="_blank">https://www.itw.com/careers/diversity-inclusion/</a></p><p>• It is also our commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment, we strive to create a place where everyone is welcome to contribute their talents and ideas!</p><p>• ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program provide employees an opportunity to give back and help families in our neighborhoods who are in need</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation Information:</b></p><p>$19.00 - $29.00 commensurate with experience & qualifications</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. </i></p><p style="text-align:left"><br /><i>As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. </i></p><p style="text-align:left"><br /><i>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. </i></p>
Key Skills
Market ResearchCRM ManagementLead GenerationCollaborationAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteAttention to DetailSelf-StarterInitiativeSales OperationsCustomer Engagement
Categories
SalesEngineeringTechnologyMarketingCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Networking EventsProfessional Development SessionsFun Activities