Sales Excellence Elite Intern

#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We're looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.
Start & End Dates:2nd June - 25th July 2025 (8 Weeks)
Company Overview:
CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity. Our University Program is dedicated to attracting and cultivating the next generation of talent in virtually every field. Our program offers competitively paying positions that allow students and recent graduates to gain real-world experience and develop essential skills while they learn from the best and brightest working professionals. We offer our interns a structured eight week program and supportive, collaborative virtual, in-person, and hybrid environments where they can ignite their passion for the future of technology. Our University Program is designed to provide participants with exposure to meaningful work that supports CrowdStrike's mission to make the digital world a safer place to live and work. CrowdStrike is where your talent meets cutting-edge tech. Ready to start building a career you can be proud of? Join us!
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels seen, heard, valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve. We encourage all prospective candidates to apply if their background matches the expertise below.
Location:
Reading, United Kingdom
Hybrid - Monday-Thursday in office (Reading)/Friday WFH
About the Role:
Our Sales Excellence Elite Program is dedicated to elevating the next generation of talent in our fight against adversaries with a structured curriculum, certifications, and an engaging environment. As a Sales Excellence Elite Intern, you will spend eight weeks in our competitive and immersive sales program gaining hands-on experience while working side by side with top industry professionals. You will take part in the full sales cycle and contribute to calling initiatives which accelerate company and individual growth - all while earning your CrowdStrike Sales MBA in our solutions, processes, and culture!
What You'll Do:

• Learn corporate go-to-market strategy and gain Cloud sales experience by collaborating with fellow Sales Professionals on business generating activities.
• Collaborate cross functionally with various segments in CrowdStrike's Sales organization on valuable strategic projects and trainings.
• Learn the cybersecurity technology landscape through industry research and competitive analysis of other cyber security companies.
• Earn your CrowdStrike Sales MBA by mastering program certifications.
• Gain experience in cold calling and prospecting techniques.

What You'll Need:

• Currently in your penultimate year of studies for your degree (2026 graduate)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Apps (Word/Doc, Excel/Sheets, PPoint/Slides are key tools for this role).
• Previous experience with Salesforce, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator and Domo (preferred)
• Team player who collaborates well with a diverse cohort and is equally independent
• Resourceful with the ability to handle multiple tasks, and prioritize work in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment without compromising quality.
• Passionate about becoming a cybersecurity sales expert and interested in mentorship from some of the top sales/business professionals
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Personable, resilient and responsive

What You Can Expect:

• Fully immersive sales internship to certify & ready you for a future in corporate tech sales
• Executive Speaker Series, Tech Talks and cross-departmental coffee chats
• Development workshops to grow your soft and hard skills
• Networking opportunities with fellow interns and CrowdStrikers
• Working alongside a diverse and global team
• Assigned one-on-one mentor and continuous feedback
• Participation in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Access to our FalconFit Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
• Fun Slack channels (e.g. food, gaming, sports, pets, etc.)
• Paid holidays and sick days,
• Relocation stipend

CrowdStrike is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] for further assistance.