SI Buildings Sales Development Program Trainee

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Duration: Nine Months (January 4, 2027 - September 30, 2027) 
Start Date: January 4, 2027  

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?  

Transform the everyday with us!  

The Sales Development Program (SDP) at Smart Infrastructure Buildings is a structured, early-career development experience designed to prepare participants for a Sales Executive role in the building automation, fire, and security industry. This program combines technical training, sales skill development, cohort learning, and hands-on local area experience to accelerate readiness for a customer-facing sales position. Participants will gain exposure to Siemens’ portfolio, sales processes, tools, and customer engagement strategies while building strong business and technical foundations. 

What You’ll Do:  

• Participate in structured technical and sales training 

• Engage in cohort learning sessions and program assignments 

• Complete area-based learning activities and job shadowing 

• Build foundational knowledge of building automation, fire, and/or security solutions 

• Learn Siemens sales processes, tools, and CRM systems 

• Support sales teams with customer research, proposals, and opportunity development 

• Present learnings and progress throughout the program 

• Collaborate with mentors, managers, and program leaders  

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• ** This is a sales commission eligible position, and you will be assigned an annual sales quota.
   

What the Program Provides:  

• Structured development curriculum 

• Technical product and portfolio training 

• Exposure to real sales opportunities and customers 

• Mentorship and coaching 

• Cross-functional learning opportunities 

• A clear pathway to a Sales Executive role 

• Participation in training sessions, cohort meetings, and program assignments is mandatory. 

• SDPs are expected to demonstrate continuous learning, professionalism, and growth mindset throughout the program. 
   

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications: 

Basic Qualifications:   

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, technical studies, or related field (or equivalent experience) 

• Interest in technical sales or solutions selling 

• Strong communication and collaboration skills 

• Learning agility and curiosity 

• Self-motivation and accountability 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Internship experience at Siemens in sales, engineering, or customer-facing roles 

• Interest in HVAC, building automation, fire, security, or mechanical systems 

• Presentation and relationship-building skills