About the role#
As a Sales & Business Development intern, you will partner with OEMs, ISVs, SIs, and cloud providers to scale on-device and edge AI solutions. This internship provides the opportunity to work on meaningful projects while gaining cross-functional exposure and mentorship. You will be part of a community focused on pushing the boundaries of AI, computing, and connectivity.
What you'll do#
- Research and map target accounts, including building stakeholder maps and outreach lists.
- Synthesize market and competitive signals into concise briefings and propose recommendations.
- Create customer-ready collateral such as one-pagers and pitch slides, tailoring messaging by segment and vertical.
- Support the North America regional sales team by tracking customer funnels, design win data, and sales forecasting.
- Manage account setup and build or maintain dashboards for KPI tracking.
- Support internal and external partner meetings by preparing agendas, taking notes, and tracking action items.
- Coordinate with marketing on campaigns and events while tracking ROI, including impact on leads and opportunity pipelines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or MBA program in Business, Economics, Engineering, or Data/Analytics.
- Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later (MBA candidates must graduate between November 2027 and June 2028).
- Availability for 11 to 14 weeks between May and September 2027.
- Proficiency in Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides, plus familiarity with CRM concepts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on structured problem-solving.
- High interest in the technology and semiconductor industries.
- Preferred: Experience with Salesforce, Tableau, Power BI, hardware architecture, and financial modeling.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm manufactures semiconductors and develops computing technologies. Founded in 1985, the company maintains its headquarters in San Diego. It serves markets including mobile, automotive, and the internet of things. The organization employs more than 10,000 people and operates as a public company.
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