Sales - Opportunity Development Intern

Who are we?

Who is Equinix?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. We provide 10,000+ customers across almost every industry access to 2,000+ network services, 3000+ cloud and IT services, 450+ content and digital media services, and 4,700+ enterprises.

An internship with 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. If you’re a forward-thinking, hard-working college student who loves to learn and wants to make a positive impact on the world while growing your career, join us and help shape the digital world.

Why Join Equinix?

We pride ourselves on our 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 our leaders through our Executive Speaker Series, continue to grow through our workshops and build meaningful worldwide connections through our networking events.
• Gain global recognition: We celebrate your time with Equinix and the work you have completed through our 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 our internship program means you will have a chance to secure a future role at Equinix when you graduate!

Overview of team:

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

Assignments and 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

Who You Are (Requirements and 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 January 2026 - July 2027)

• Available to work full-time for the entire duration of the Summer semester (May - August)
• 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.

What’s next

The Equinix New to Career team will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis throughout October and November and will reach out to applicants accordingly. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application. If you would like to learn about other career opportunities, we have to offer !

• Learn more about the program and what former interns have to say about their experience -
  
• Watch this video to learn more on how Equinix is powering the worlds digital infrastructure.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to [email protected]. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.