Intern: Tech Sales & Business Development (milan | September 2026)

Salesforce Salesforce · Enterprise · Milan, Italy

Salesforce is seeking an intern for their Tech Sales & Business Development program in Milan. This role focuses on consultative selling, helping organizations navigate digital transformation using Salesforce's AI CRM platform. The intern will analyze customer needs, develop engagement strategies, support the sales cycle, and gain market intelligence. The position requires enrollment in a Milan-based university, fluency in Italian and English, and a strong interest in technology and sales.

What you'd actually do

  1. Identify and analyze customer needs and complex business challenges to uncover opportunities for digital transformation.
  2. Develop innovative ideas and strategies for customer engagement and retention, moving beyond transactional sales to relationship building.
  3. Collaborate closely with the Sales Team to drive business growth, assisting in the preparation of proposals and value propositions.
  4. Gain a deep understanding of Salesforce’s product portfolio and sales strategies to effectively position our solutions in the market.
  5. Learn how Salesforce operates as a global tech leader, contributing to internal projects that streamline sales operations.

Skills

Required

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at a Milan-based University, with an expected graduation year of 2027
  • Ability to sign a University Agreement Tirocinio Curriculare with your school for the full internship duration (10 months).
  • Fluency in Italian and English is required (both oral and written).
  • Sales DNA (Consultative Mindset)
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem Solver
  • Tech Enthusiast

Nice to have

  • Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Previous experience in customer-facing roles, sales, fundraising, or a startup environment is a plus.
  • Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in B2B Sales, Business Development, or Customer Success.

What the JD emphasized

  • AI CRM
  • AI agents
  • digital transformation