Electrification Sales Internship - Summer 2027

ABB • Houston, TX

3d • $20 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

ABB’s Electrification team in Houston is seeking an intern to support sales growth in industrial, OEM, and construction markets across the greater Houston, Louisiana, and Gulf Coast area. The intern will gain practical experience through projects and day-to-day tasks while learning from professionals in sales, marketing, and operations. The position is onsite in Houston, Texas, and reports to the District Sales Manager.

The role supports sales and project activity through market and opportunity analysis, proposal development and review, bid strategy and negotiations, sales pipeline tracking, forecasting, product configuration, and customer support. The intern will collaborate across business lines and teams, contribute to effective project coordination, and develop professional skills by seeking feedback and participating in team activities. ABB emphasizes safety, integrity, collaboration, and identifying solutions that meet customer needs.

The expected hourly pay is $20–$34, based on factors including qualifications, graduation year, and experience. ABB internships in the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering in the United States.
• Have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Use critical thinking to analyze complex situations and develop strategic solutions.
• Organize and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Manage multiple tasks while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Collaborate with team members to communicate ideas, share information, and provide project progress updates.

Responsibilities

• Study and analyze market trends, identify large capital project opportunities, and coordinate project bid strategy discussions.
• Support outside sales account managers in preparing equipment project proposals; conduct technical and commercial proposal reviews; and evaluate project price and profitability.
• Assist sales with customer bid negotiations to help ABB secure project wins and optimize profitability.
• Use Salesforce.com to track opportunity pipelines accurately and assist finance and operational leaders with project forecasting.
• Use product configurator software to develop technical proposals and equipment layout drawings based on customer plans and specifications.
• Collaborate across business lines to leverage ABB’s product portfolio.
• Provide technical and logistical support to ABB customers and channel partners.
• Demonstrate ABB’s safety and integrity values by taking responsibility for personal actions and caring for colleagues and the business.
• Collaborate with teams to coordinate ABB operations and support timely project completion.
• Use insights about customer needs and ABB offerings to identify suitable solutions and achieve customer expectations.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and other collaborative efforts.
• Seek feedback and guidance from the manager and team members to improve performance and skills.

Benefits

• The opportunity to gain practical experience and develop skills through projects.
• Tools and freedom to grow skills, shape a career path, and take on meaningful challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern