Automation Intern | Summer 2027

Van Meter • Cottage Grove, MN

2h • Hybrid

About The Position

If you're looking to gain hands-on experience in industrial automation, product applications, and customer-focused project work, this internship is for you. As an Automation Intern, you will work alongside Product Specialists and Automation team members to support key internal initiatives and customer-related projects. Throughout the internship, you will gain practical experience with automation technologies, develop technical knowledge, and participate in real-world applications that support customer success.
This internship provides valuable exposure to customer visits, product and solution training, proof-of-concept projects, technical problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. Interns will build relationships with internal teams and customers while developing skills that support a future career in engineering, automation, software development, or other technical disciplines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Currently a college junior
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize work, manage priorities, and accept feedback
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment and other office technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and team members in person, by phone, and through digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to travel to customer locations, company branches, and events as needed.
• Frequent interaction and collaboration with customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an Electrical and Industrial Automation Distribution Orientation to learn the roles of various departments and understand relationships with key partners and suppliers.
• Job shadow Automation Product Specialists team members to gain an understanding of automation products, applications, and customer solutions.
• Support key internal initiatives and customer-focused projects within the Industrial Automation Business.
• Accompany team members on customer visits to observe applications, identify customer needs, and learn solution development processes.
• Participate in product and solution training to develop technical knowledge of industrial automation technologies.
• Assist with proof-of-concept projects, application development activities, and internal automation team initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support customer projects and business objectives.
• Demonstrate strong customer engagement, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning. Successfully complete assigned projects and present outcomes, recommendations, or key learnings as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED