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SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration. We are looking for a Summer 2026 Sales Intern located in Sugar Land, Texas supporting our North America Offshore team. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
What’s In It For You
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that’s passionate about growth.
- The support of an organization that believes it’s vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.
- The opportunity to thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement.
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!
What You Will Do
- Utilize ChampionX data management systems to optimize current chemical programs.
- Engage in problem solving by performing system analysis, interpreting data and providing written recommendations to ensure customer operations are performing at optimal levels.
- Meet ChampionX customers to understand business needs and recommend continuous improvement and innovation plans that will maintain and grow sales within assigned territory.
- Provide technical support to customers; identifying and resolving customer complaints, escalating as required.
- Learn and understand ChampionX innovations and technology to understand the broader business.
- Possible travel within assigned sales territory with mentor.
- Present internship project findings to a panel of leaders.
Position Details
- May require up to 50% off-site travel to customer sites with supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited educational program.
- Majors: Chemical Engineering, Business, Data Science or Agriculture Degree but open to other majors.
- Must be a junior or senior with at least one semester left before graduation.
- Proficiency with Word and Excel.
- Immigration sponsorship not offered for this position.
Physical Demands
- Must have the ability to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 55 pounds chest high.
- Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.
About us
ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
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INTRODUCTION
SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration. We are looking for a Summer 2026 Sales Intern located in Sugar Land, Texas supporting our North America Offshore team. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
What’s In It For You
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that’s passionate about growth.
- The support of an organization that believes it’s vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.
- The opportunity to thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement.
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!
What You Will Do
- Utilize ChampionX data management systems to optimize current chemical programs.
- Engage in problem solving by performing system analysis, interpreting data and providing written recommendations to ensure customer operations are performing at optimal levels.
- Meet ChampionX customers to understand business needs and recommend continuous improvement and innovation plans that will maintain and grow sales within assigned territory.
- Provide technical support to customers; identifying and resolving customer complaints, escalating as required.
- Learn and understand ChampionX innovations and technology to understand the broader business.
- Possible travel within assigned sales territory with mentor.
- Present internship project findings to a panel of leaders.
Position Details
- May require up to 50% off-site travel to customer sites with supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited educational program.
- Majors: Chemical Engineering, Business, Data Science or Agriculture Degree but open to other majors.
- Must be a junior or senior with at least one semester left before graduation.
- Proficiency with Word and Excel.
- Immigration sponsorship not offered for this position.
Physical Demands
- Must have the ability to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 55 pounds chest high.
- Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.
About us
ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Intern
Target programs with conversion pathways
Look for structured internship programs that explicitly lead to full-time offers. Companies like Oracle and Salesforce often convert high-performing interns to permanent roles eligible for sponsorship.
Emphasize technical sales components
Highlight any technical product knowledge, data analysis, or specialized industry expertise required. This helps position the role as requiring specialized skills beyond general sales training.
Consider Optional Practical Training first
F-1 students can use OPT for sales internships, then leverage performance to secure a permanent position that qualifies for H-1B sponsorship upon graduation.
Research company sponsorship history
Check DOL disclosure data for companies that have sponsored sales roles previously. Focus on tech companies where sales requires product expertise rather than pure relationship-building.
Build measurable achievements quickly
Document specific contributions like lead generation metrics, pipeline development, or process improvements. Quantifiable results strengthen the case for permanent employment and visa sponsorship.
Network within sales development teams
Connect with Sales Development Representatives and Account Executives who started as interns. They can provide insights on which companies offer clear internship-to-sponsorship pathways.
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Do sales intern positions qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Sales internships typically don't qualify for H-1B visas because they're considered training positions rather than specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree. However, if the internship leads to a full-time sales role requiring specialized knowledge of technical products or industry expertise, the permanent position may qualify for sponsorship.
What degree do I need for sales intern visa sponsorship?
While sales internships don't have strict degree requirements, having a bachelor's in business, marketing, communications, or the company's industry sector strengthens your profile. For eventual H-1B sponsorship, the degree field should relate to the products or services you'll be selling, especially in technical industries.
Which companies sponsor visas for sales interns?
Large tech companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Salesforce occasionally sponsor interns who convert to full-time sales roles. B2B software companies and firms selling technical products are more likely to sponsor than traditional retail or service sales organizations, as they require specialized product knowledge.
Can international students work as sales interns?
Yes, F-1 students can work as sales interns through Optional Practical Training or Curricular Practical Training if the role relates to their field of study. This provides a pathway to gain U.S. sales experience and potentially convert to a sponsored full-time position after graduation.
How long does it take to get sponsored from a sales internship?
The timeline varies significantly since internships themselves don't qualify for sponsorship. You'll need to convert to a full-time role first, then wait for the next H-1B filing period in March. From internship start to potential H-1B approval, expect 12-18 months minimum, assuming successful conversion and lottery selection.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sales Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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