Overview

Launch your career at IDC, the world's most recognized leader in technology market research and join an exciting, fast-paced environment! 

We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Intern to join our team for a comprehensive, 10-week paid summer internship program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of sales and sales territory intelligence.

As a leader in our industry, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success. Join us this summer and gain valuable experience that will set you up for success in your sales career!

This role is ideally based in IDC’s Needham, MA headquarters with a hybrid work schedule. We will also consider qualified candidates in approved remote locations.

Why IDC?

IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm. We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success. IDC has been recognized for four consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) by the IIAR as the Analyst Firm of the Year which is one of the highest accolades for the technology market research industry. IDC is a dynamic and innovative research, data, and events company at the forefront of guiding the global technology market ecosystem. We are dedicated to delivering leading solutions that empower businesses to make better decisions and thrive in the digital-first age.

Responsibilities

• Aggregate IDC’s spend data across 15 individual sales territories
• Track penetration rates across product portfolio and industry verticals
• Create target contact list within top 200 targets
• Align large organization global IT leader titles to IT spend ranking criteria

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
• A desire to launch a Sales career

• The appropriate candidate will be well organized with an analytical mindset

• Prior experience in sales or customer service is a plus but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proactive and results-oriented attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

About IDC: International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,100 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 50 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company.

IDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.

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