About the role#
The IBM Quantum Sales Operations Intern supports the sales organization in advancing business opportunities. You will gain hands on experience in enterprise sales, data analytics, and business process management within the quantum computing field. This role focuses on driving operational efficiency and supporting the growth of the IBM Quantum client ecosystem.
What you'll do#
- Support the sales team in managing and progressing business opportunities throughout the sales cycle.
- Execute sales processes and coordinate cross-functional activities from initiation through execution.
- Maintain accurate customer, opportunity, and sales data across internal systems and tools.
- Create PowerPoint presentations for both internal and client facing meetings.
- Research customers and industries to provide insights for sales activities.
- Collaborate with internal teams including Finance, Contracts, Legal, Tax, and client teams.
- Help maintain sales reports, metrics, and dashboards.
- Track deal status and assist with follow up actions for clients and sellers.
What you'll need#
- Educational background in Business, Computer Science, Data Management, or a STEM field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to translate technical topics into business or layman terms.
- Strong PowerPoint skills, including the ability to develop narratives and graphical representations.
- Data management capabilities.
- Interpersonal skills and a desire to learn business deal-making.
- Negotiation, sales, or presentation skills.
- Interest in advanced technologies.
Location & details#
- Location: Yorktown Heights, New York, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About IBM
IBM provides IT services and consulting to a global client base. The company develops technology solutions across areas such as cloud computing, security, analytics, and infrastructure. It operates as a public organization with more than 10,001 employees. The corporate headquarters are located in Armonk, New York.
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