Sales Cyber Security Intern
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. Prior cybersecurity or sales experience is not required; curiosity, clear communication, and a willingness to learn are essential. The role is designed to be onsite, primarily at an HPE office. The intern will learn about HPE’s software security offerings and communicate their business value using approved messaging. They will also gain experience in business-to-business software sales, pipeline development, account research, prospecting, CRM management, and customer communication, with guidance and feedback from sales professionals and opportunities to collaborate with sales and marketing.
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.
- Programs to support career goals and personal and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
