Automation Specialist Intern (Summer 2025)

"A Great Place to Work"

Werner Electric Supply is a company with a storied history rooted in the Fox Valley. Founded in 1948, we have grown from a small business in downtown Neenah to a company that now supports customers throughout the state of Wisconsin. We distribute electrical supplies and provide industrial and construction services to a diverse, local customer base. We partner with companies in Wisconsin who build our infrastructure and create the products and tools used every day. Our customers rely on us for the products needed in daily production and the services that boost efficiency and save money. Due to our unwavering commitment to our communities, customers, and people we've received the prestigious New North Workplace Excellence Award and were recently honored to be the first company to receive a Family Friendly Workplace Certification within the Fox Valley. Become a part of our team and spark your future today through our highly regarded summer internship program.

Internship Program

• Executive level mentorship and coaching
• Company-sponsored project management/Lean Six Sigma training and certification
• Up to $19 per hour (dependent on year in college)
• Networking events with internal and external customers and your intern team
• Individual and group projects that drive change and impactful business results
• Large-scale Summer long projects in collaboration with fellow interns and business leaders
• Opportunity to shadow with various departments to help determine your career path
• Potential for year-long internships and full-time employment post-graduation

Job Summary

The Automation Technical Support Intern performs a variety of tasks - something new every day. They will assist the Tech Support team with their day to day customer support duties and assist instructors with classroom preparations and clean up. We look for candidates with a desire to learn and share their knowledge by helping co-workers and customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend and assist with training classes (classroom set up, teacher's aide).
• Assist Technical Support Specialist with projects, lab set up and cleanup, locating and transporting demos.
• Attend customer events such as "Counter Days" and technical presentations.
• Perform lab equipment demo inventory
• Order literature
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Must be pursuing an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in automation, electrical, or related field

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner Electric Supply has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 11 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately held company with over 450 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we're dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers. Apply today and find out why we're a "Great Place to Work."

Werner Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.