Technical Sales Internship (Summer 2026)

Vertiv

Applications Closed

Posted about 2 months ago

Internship

Columbus, Ohio

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will research market trends and competitor activity, assist in developing sales tools, and prepare sales presentations. They will also participate in sales meetings and observe sales support processes.

Vertiv is seeking a Technical Sales Intern to assist the sales team with market research, sales tool development, and preparing presentations. The ideal candidate should be pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Technical Sales, or a related field, and possess strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills. This internship is a great opportunity for students with a technical background to gain hands-on sales experience.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Sales Support

Business Development

Market Research

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Detail Orientation

Technical Background

Teamwork

Presentation Skills

Customer Proposals

Sales Performance Analysis

Training Participation

Sales Tools Development

Critical Thinking

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY 

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to join our Technical Sales team as a Technical Sales Intern. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of sales support and business development within our organization. The ideal candidate is passionate about driving growth, detail-oriented, and possesses strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. We are seeking a student with a technical background in their major, or technical sales experience. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Research and analyze market trends and competitor activity. 

Reviewing sales performance against sales targets. 

Assist with the research and development of new sales tools and sale support processes. 

Observing and carrying out sales support processes.  

Prepare sales presentations and customer proposals. 

Participate in sales meetings and training sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Must be pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Technical Sales, or a related field. 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Demonstrated work ethic and detail-orientation 

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills 

Ability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and produce high-quality work 

Collaboration and teamwork 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.   

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion. 

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 

Customer Focus 

Operational Excellence 

High-Performance Culture 

Innovation 

Financial Strength 

OUR BEHAVIORS 

Own It 

Act With Urgency 

Foster a Customer-First Mindset 

Think Big and Execute 

Lead by Example 

Drive Continuous Improvement 

Learn and Seek Out Development 

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers 

Work Authorization 

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

Primary Work Location

Columbus (Arena District), OH, US 

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Vertiv

Vertiv is a global leader in critical digital infrastructure for applications in data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments. As businesses, industries, and communities become more connected, we pioneer and deliver end-to-end power and cooling technologies to help our customers stay resilient, optimized, and future-ready. With our industry-leading innovative technologies and global services network, we are fueling the revolution of the digital world - keeping technology ecosystems running efficiently and without interruption. Vertiv is supercharging data’s potential; accelerating the pace of technology, raising the bar for accelerated compute and redefining the limits of densification. The world depends on data we power and cool™

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