Sales Intern, Public Sector (McLean, VA - Summer 2025)

Splunk • Washington, DC

446d • $49,920 - $52,000

About The Position

The Sales Development Intern at Splunk will play a crucial role in supporting the sales team by qualifying and developing inbound leads, fostering client relationships, and scheduling meetings for Inside Sales Representatives. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the software/IT industry while contributing to the growth of the company's sales pipeline.

Requirements

• Students currently enrolled in a degree program or equivalent with a graduation/completion date of December 2025 or beyond.
• Available to work 40 hours a week for 12 weeks.

Nice To Haves

• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent phone manner and ability to build rapport.
• Desire to improve sales effectiveness and business insight.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and driven to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Qualify and develop inbound leads and create business pre-opportunities.
• Build intelligence and foster client relationships through personalized contact and understanding of client needs.
• Schedule qualified discovery meetings/product demos for Inside Sales Reps.
• Support attendance to all field marketing events, including Splunk Lives and regional trade shows.
• Meet quarterly business objectives aimed at growing revenue in accounts through developing a consistent sales pipeline.
• Work closely with sales and marketing to provide insights into the success of marketing activities and generate new pipeline.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements including remote and/or in-office roles.
• Market-based pay structure that varies by location.
• Potential eligibility for additional benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed