Job Description

Job Title: Ignite Technical Sales-Intern
Req ID: 46578
Job Location (Short): Minneapolis, MN, USA
Employment Type: Part Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category: Sales
Work Location Type: On-site
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The Impact You'll Make

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The Technical Sales Intern will join the IGNITE Internship Program, a 12-week structured, cohort-based experience designed to attract and develop early talent. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to the day-to-day activities within Distributions sales, where you will learn how Danfoss supports and grows business through distributor partners, strategic accounts, and aftermarket/MRO channels.



This internship provides a unique opportunity to learn about Danfoss Power Solutions' products, solutions, and value-selling approach through structured technical and soft skills training, peer-to-peer learning, and role-based hands-on activities. From day one, you will be paired with a peer buddy and supported by a mentor to guide your professional development.

What You'll Be Doing

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Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following



Support distribution and strategic account development through opportunity tracking, customer follow-up, and sales engagement activities. Gain exposure to account management tasks such as pricing support, quoting, pipeline updates, and customer communication. Participate in customer meetings, calls and field visits to learn relationship-building and value-selling techniques. Gather and communicate market intelligence using CRM and sales enablement tools to support channel planning and competitive position. Network with senior leaders and peers through cohort learning sessions, and professional development workshops.

What We're Looking For

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Required (basic) qualification

Current full-time undergraduate student (B.Sc.) in Business, Engineering, or a related field. Completion of at least sophomore year by the start of the internship (rising junior or senior). Strong interest in technical sales, account management, and customer engagement. Energetic, eager to learn, with a passion for engineering and technology. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, both now and in the future.

Job Criteria

Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced settings. Organized and adaptable to changing priorities and tasks. Comfortable engaging with customers in person and during field visits. Must be available to work

on-site at our new Danfoss Minneapolis Campus (Plymouth, MN) or our Ames, IA facility

. Relocation is not available for this position.

Start Date:

May 18, 2026 Hourly rate of $20-$25 per hour based on years of educational experience

What You'll Get from Us

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We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

Ready to Make a Difference?

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If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.



All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.


Information at a Glance

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.


Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.


Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.



Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.


Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.


Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.