Sales Excellence Elite Intern

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Reading, Berkshire, England
Internship
Cloud • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Cybersecurity
Define your future at CrowdStrike.
The Role
As a Sales Excellence Elite Intern at CrowdStrike, you will engage in a structured curriculum in sales while collaborating on strategic projects. Your role includes the sales cycle, cold calling, and gaining certifications to earn your CrowdStrike Sales MBA while working with industry professionals.
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As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate an inclusive culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Our University Recruiting program is dedicated to attracting and cultivating the future leaders of this industry. This program offers paid positions for students and recent grads, designed to provide exposure to work that makes an impact while being supported through a structured experience with seasoned professionals. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

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

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What You Can Expect:

  • Remote-friendly and flexible work culture

  • Market leader in compensation and equity awards

  • Paid holidays (including birthday holidays) and 401k matching

  • Professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and Executive Speaker Series

  • Assigned mentors from across the company for continuous support and feedback

  • Participation in companywide initiatives including ERGs, FalconFIT, Wellness Programs, and Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Resource Groups, geographic neighbourhood groups and volunteer opportunities to build connections

  • Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

  • Ownership of impactful projects that move the company forward

  • Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

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]
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The Company
HQ: Austin, TX
10,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

CrowdStrike has redefined security with the world’s most advanced cloud-native platform that protects and enables the people, processes and technologies that drive modern enterprise. Tested and proven, the world's largest organizations trust CrowdStrike to stop breaches with unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks.

The CrowdStrike culture has been built upon our Core Values since the day we began. We are Fanatical About the Customer, Relentlessly Focused on Innovation and believe that our Limitless Passion drives Unlimited Potential for every CrowdStriker. As a purpose-built remote-first company, we believe cultivating a connected culture for every employee, no matter where they are in the world, is a key ingredient in building a high-performing, diverse team.

We don’t have a mission statement. We’re on a mission—to stop breaches. Ready to join a mission that matters?

Why Work With Us

We have a culture that celebrates achievement, encourages flexibility and innovation and thrives on teamwork. We all work towards a single mission: to stop breaches. This common goal drives a sense of community and connection among our people across the globe.

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