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. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. 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 proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. 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.
About the Role:
Our Sales Tech Internship 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 Technical Intern, you will master CrowdStrike product knowledge, technical requirements, gain experience on how to present a complex solution to a wide variety of audiences, and develop the fundamental skills needed for a successful Sales
Engineer career. You will spend eight weeks in our competitive and immersive program gaining hands-on experience while working side by side with top industry professionals with the opportunity to extend to our part-time semester-long internship based on your successful completion of the summer program.
Sales Engineering, also referred to as “technical sales” or “presales engineering” is a specialty profession which requires a skill set of both soft skills (people skills) and technology skills.
Location: Arlington, Virginia / Sunnyvale, California / Redmond, Washington
This internship operates on a hybrid model, requiring interns to work a mixed schedule of remote and 3 days in-person attendance. Interns must attend the CrowdStrike office for team meetings, collaboration sessions, and other essential events.
Start & End Dates: June 2nd - July 23rd, 2027
What You'll Do: (not limited to)
- Develop and apply workplace knowledge, building toward a specialization in Technical Sales.
- Learn global sales policies and procedures, corporate workplace ethics, and organizational behavior skills.
- Execute hardware and software performance testing, benchmarking, and tuning.
- Engage sales and engineering leaders, and cross-functional teams with ad-hoc projects.
- Optimize and implement technical sales tools and resources.
- Gather and apply technical knowledge to complete day-to-day activities.
- Work within technical sales operations: metrics, KPIs, workflows, sales activities, and tools.
- Complete and pass at least one of the three main certifications required of all CrowdStrike Sales Engineers
- Develop and deliver technical demonstrations and collateral for internal CrowdStrike needs,customers, and partners.
What You'll Need:
- A rising senior, graduating between December 2027 and May 2028
- Class courses in Cyber Security, Business Majors (Prefer MIS concentrations), and Computer Science
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Team player who collaborates well with a broad cohort while also exuding independence
- Resourceful with the ability to handle multiple tasks, and prioritize work in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment without compromising quality.
- Personable, resilient, and responsive
- Passionate about both business and technology with an interest in mentorship from top sales engineering professionals
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions
- Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
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What You Can Expect:
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards
- Paid holidays (including birthday holidays) and 401k matching (where applicable)
- 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 FalconFIT, Wellness Programs, and Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood 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 employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The hourly rate for this position for all U.S. candidates is $28 - $32
Skills Required
- Rising senior graduating between December 2027 and May 2028
- Coursework in cybersecurity, business preferably with an MIS concentration, or computer science
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively while working independently
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work in a deadline-driven environment
- Personable, resilient, and responsive work style
- Interest in both business and technology and mentorship from sales engineering professionals
- Authorized to work in the United States without restrictions
- Proven experience using AI technologies to improve decision-making, workflows, efficiency, and business outcomes
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CrowdStrike Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is described as comprehensive with multiple plan choices, alongside wellness and mental-health resources. Coverage breadth and supportive programs (e.g., EAP, fitness initiatives) are positioned as competitive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited time off, paid holidays, sick leave, and even volunteer time are part of the package. Remote-friendly policies and flexible arrangements further support access to time away.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation through RSUs and an ESPP with a discounted purchase and lookback feature provides accessible ownership opportunities. These elements can materially enhance total compensation for eligible roles.
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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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