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Join CDW's 2026 Summer Sales Internship Program in Chicago and kickstart your sales career with hands-on experience and mentorship in technology sales.

Responsibilities: Contribute to sales projects, research accounts, shadow experienced sellers, and engage with cross-functional teams.

Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, self-starter attitude, and time management capabilities are essential.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled undergraduate students graduating in December 2026 or May 2027, with authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Compensation: $18 - $18 / Hourly

Description

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Are you ready to launch your sales career?Join CDW’s Summer Sales Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in business-to-business technology sales. Work alongside top-performing sales professionals, learn solution-based selling strategies, and access 1,000+ leading technology brands - all while building a nationwide network of peers.

 WhatYou’llDo 

• Contribute to strategic projects that impact our sales organization 
• Research new and inactive accounts to uncover opportunities 
• Develop skills in building rapport with customers through outbound phone calls
• Shadow experienced sellers and collaborate on targeted campaigns 
• Partner with mentors and buddies to sharpen sales and professional skills 
• Analyze segment-specific data to support territory optimization 
• Engage with vendor partners and cross-functional teams to understand CDW’s business model

HowYou’llGrow

Over10 weeks,you’llgain hands-on experience in technology sales through classroom training, real-world projects, and ongoing coaching from yourSalesManager.Your journey begins with a week-long orientation in Chicago, whereyou’llconnect with fellow interns, meet CDW leaders, and dive into our culture and sales fundamentals. Throughout the program,you’llalso take part in professional development activities +executive panels, workshops, and volunteer events-designed to prepare you for a potential full-time sales career.

Program Details

The 2026 Summer Internship Program runs will begin on Tuesday, June 2nd through Friday, August 7th and offers a hybrid work experience in the location listed in the job description.

WhatWe’reLooking For 

• Currently enrolled undergraduate students with a graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027 with ability to begin full-time employment in 2027 (if offered employment post-internship) 
• Passion for a career in sales and a self-starter mindset 
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills 
• Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week during standard business hours throughout the summer, with a hybrid work arrangement 
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship as a full-time coworker 

Salary: $18/hour

Benefits overview:https://cdw.benefit-info.com/

Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

We make technology work so people can do great things.  

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law. 

CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW’s goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review CDW's AI Applicant Notice.