Opportunity Development Sales Intern (Rolling Intake)

About Equinix

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. They enable organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

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Your role

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions.

Overview of team

• Researches accounts and identifies key personas
• Acquires Key/Targeted Personas through a variety of available tools

Responsibilities

• Engages with Marketing for Regional Events support
• Records and documents all calls, emails, meetings, tours and activities in Salesforce Portal
• Generates interest, qualifies leads and creates pipeline growth via phone calls, emails and social media in assigned territory
• Develops leads to stimulate business development, coordinating second level meetings/calls for Account Executives
• Establishes relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts and prospects
• Reports on weekly results, both qualitative and quantitative

Training & development

They pride themselves on their Global Program being an immersive and impactful experience designed to kick start your corporate career and set you up for future success.  

• Work on real business challenges: You will be assigned with a project and work directly with teams to gain real-work experience, contribute to the business, and impact the digital world.  
• Be supported throughout your journey: You will be mentored and coached by numerous colleagues, including your managers, subject experts, an assigned buddy and a formal mentor. 
• Participate in a curated program of workshops and events: Learn from leaders through the Executive Speaker Series, continue to grow through workshops and build meaningful worldwide connections through their networking events.  
• Gain global recognition: They celebrate your time with Equinix and the work you have completed through their Global Ideas Competition “Shark Tank.” This competition provides you with the recognition you deserve and lets you share your work with the global community of Equinix. 

Joining the internship program means you will have a chance to secure a future role at Equinix when you graduate. You can learn more about the internship through Tham Wai Mun's experience here.

Benefits

As an intern at Equinix, you will experience the following benefits:

• Practical work experience on real business challenges and impactful projects.
• Support from manager, mentor, and assigned buddy throughout the internship journey.
• Integration into Equinix's culture through Employee Connection Networks like Young Professionals Connect.
• Participation in a global community, attending events, and building lasting connections.
• Access to resources, tools, and events aimed at supporting comprehensive development.

Career progression

Equinix is committed to unlocking employees' potential through talent development, fostering a culture of growth and achievement. With initiatives like LinkedIn Learning and Leadership Coaching, Equinix empowers employees to enhance their skills and prepare for career progression. By investing in talent and providing resources for continuous learning, Equinix supports employees in building fulfilling careers and achieving their professional goals.

Work-life balance

Equinix prioritizes the physical, mental, and emotional health of its employees, recognizing it as essential for business success. By developing a comprehensive global wellbeing strategy, Equinix integrates wellbeing into its ways of working, ensuring inclusive access to resources and support. This commitment extends to expanded parental leave benefits, reflecting Equinix's dedication to supporting employees through significant life transitions while fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Company culture

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. They embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to their core values as a company and is vital to their success.

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About you

Qualifications

• Experience in driving result through group settings with proven results
• Track record in generating sales opportunities and leads via social web
• Added advantage if prior experience in using Salesforce
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college, in your penultimate year of your bachelor’s or master’s degree studies (Graduation between December 2024-September 2025)  
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced environment   
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, business proficiency in English  
• Ability to create accurate and punctual reports, deliver presentations, and share information and ideas with others  
• Analytically driven and detail-oriented, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Package and aptitude to learn new software  

How to apply

Please submit your application by providing the following. 

• Up to date resume that includes your availability (start and end date) and expected graduation  
• Please apply to this job posting only if you are available full time for an internship during the stated period. 

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.equinix.com/students-recent-grads
• sustainability.equinix.com/social/caring-for-our-people/
• sustainability.equinix.com/social/developing-our-talent/