Sales Cyber Security Intern

Hewlett Packard Enterprise • Westford, MA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a motivated Sales Intern to support its cybersecurity sales team. This hands-on role provides exposure to business development, customer engagement, and the sales process. The intern will work alongside sales colleagues to research prospective customers, support outreach, and help build a qualified sales pipeline. No prior cybersecurity or sales experience is required; curiosity, clear communication, and a willingness to learn are essential.

The role is designed as onsite, with the expectation that the intern will primarily work from an HPE office. The internship provides hands-on experience in business-to-business software sales and pipeline development, guidance and feedback from sales professionals, practical skills in account research, prospecting, CRM management, and customer communication, exposure to software security solutions, and opportunities to observe sales conversations and collaborate across sales and marketing.

The expected base hourly salary in Massachusetts is USD 26.00–30.00. Actual offers may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education or training, and skill level. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Requirements

• Interest in technology sales, software security, or business development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to ask thoughtful questions and listen carefully.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfort learning new tools and working with documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Ability to take initiative, collaborate with others, and apply feedback.
• Availability to work the agreed internship schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or practical experience in business, marketing, communications, computer science, or a related field.
• Exposure to customer service, sales, campus organizations, or other collaborative projects.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms or an interest in cybersecurity concepts.

Responsibilities

• Research target accounts, relevant contacts, and business needs using approved tools and publicly available information.
• Support personalized email, phone, and professional networking outreach under the guidance of the sales team.
• Help qualify inbound leads and schedule introductory meetings for sales representatives.
• Maintain accurate account records, activity notes, and follow-up tasks in the customer relationship management (CRM) system.
• Assist with meeting preparation, presentations, and customer follow-up materials.
• Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, events, and lead follow-up.
• Learn the company’s software security offerings and communicate their business value using approved messaging.
• Track outreach activity and share progress, questions, and insights with the manager.
• Follow company policies for responsible outreach and handling customer and prospect information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing for team members and their loved ones.
• Programs supporting career goals and personal and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed