Veteran Skillbridge Industrial Channel Sales Development Program

Build a Civilian Career in Industrial Sales If you’re a transitioning service member with a technical background and an interest in sales, this 12-week Veteran Skillbridge Industrial Channel Sales Development Program offers a rare opportunity to gain real-world experience, grow your professional network, and explore full-time sales careers in industrial automation and electrical distribution. Locations are available across the United Statas.

We will work with each candidate individually to place you based on your duty station during Skill Bridge or desired location post military transition.

Program Overview

• Format:
  Hybrid: virtual training + on-site job shadowing
• Duration: 12 weeks (flexible)
• Compensation:
  Unpaid internship (Skill Bridge-authorized)
• Location:
  
  Remote training + on-site shadowing (distributor partner locations across the US)

This program is tailored for Skill Bridge-eligible service members with electrical or engineering experience who want to explore industrial sales. You’ll gain hands‑on training, shadow industry experts, and receive direct connections to full‑time job opportunities with Schneider Electric’s distribution partners.

What To Expect

• Begin with virtual training in Schneider Electric’s product portfolio, electrical distribution systems, and sales strategy fundamentals.
• Continue remote training while also participating in on‑site job shadowing with a distributor partner and SE sales personnel.
• You’ll interview for full‑time, in‑person sales roles with our channel partners. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided.

What You’ll Do

• Master Schneider Electric’s industrial automation and power product portfolio.
• Learn sales strategies through a combination of online learning and real‑world application.
• Shadow channel partners to observe sales conversations, prospecting, and customer engagement.

What You Bring

• Electrical or engineering background (military or civilian).
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for problem‑solving.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team‑focused mindset and desire to succeed in a sales environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Industry‑recognized training from a global energy and automation leader.
• Hands‑on mentorship and shadowing experience with top distribution partners.
• A direct pathway to apply for full‑time roles.
• A solid foundation for a long‑term career in industrial sales.

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 0 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short‑term incentives. The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well‑being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms…