Sales Support Graduation Internship

Beschrijving

Introduction

Are you a final-year Bachelor's or Master's student with an interest in business development, sales, partnerships, and technology? Looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a leading Microsoft consulting environment while continuing your studies?

At Avanade, you'll join our Belgium Sales Team, where you'll contribute to market research, opportunity development, partnership initiatives, and sales activities that help drive business growth. This is a unique opportunity to build real-world experience at the intersection of technology, innovation, and client engagement while working alongside experienced professionals.

Come Join Us!

At Avanade, you'll become part of a global organization passionate about helping clients leverage Microsoft technologies and AI to transform their businesses. You'll collaborate with Business Development, Sales, and Microsoft Alliance professionals, gaining exposure to client-facing activities, market insights, and strategic growth initiatives.

You'll also join a vibrant intern community, participate in knowledge-sharing sessions, networking events, and social activities, while developing skills that will support your future career in consulting, sales, technology, or business development.

What You'll Do

Under the guidance of our Sales team, you will:

Market & Account Research

-Monitor developments across key industries such as Insurance, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and Financial Services.

-Research client organizations, market trends, innovation initiatives, and digital transformation priorities.

-Identify business challenges and emerging opportunities related to AI, cloud, and Microsoft technologies.

-Prepare executive briefings and background materials for client meetings and workshops.

Business Development & Opportunity Support

-Support the qualification and tracking of sales opportunities.

-Contribute to stakeholder mapping, opportunity planning, and value proposition development.

-Assist with proposal preparation and presentation materials.

-Help maintain pipeline and opportunity data.

Microsoft Alliance & Partnership Activities

-Support Microsoft investment and partner funding programs.

-Assist with partner-led initiatives and co-sell activities.

-Work closely with the Microsoft Alliance team to understand ecosystem partnerships and go-to-market strategies.

-Contribute to marketing and business development campaigns.

What You'll Learn

By the end of your internship, you will have:

-Developed a solid understanding of technology consulting and business development.

-Gained exposure to sales, partnerships, and Microsoft Alliance activities.

-Contributed tangible market research and business insights to active client pursuits.

-Built practical knowledge of AI, Microsoft technologies, and digital transformation.

-Strengthened your communication, analytical, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

About You

We are looking for someone who:

-Is currently in the final year of a Bachelor's or Master's degree.

-Is looking for an internship or student-job opportunity for approximately 5-6 months.

-Has an interest in business development, sales, consulting, partnerships, or technology.

-Is proactive, structured, curious, and eager to learn.

-Enjoys researching market trends and analyzing business opportunities.

-Has strong communication skills in Dutch and English, or French and English.

-Is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

-Demonstrates a client-focused and sales-oriented mindset.

-Has experience or interest in AI and Microsoft technologies (a plus).

Why Avanade?

-Gain hands-on experience within a leading Microsoft technology consulting company.

-Work on meaningful projects that contribute to real business growth.

-Learn from experienced sales, alliance, and consulting professionals.

-Be part of an international, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment.

-Join a strong intern community and build your professional network.

Ready to kick-start your career while helping organizations shape their digital future? We'd love to meet you.

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

Avanade is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Please read Avanade's Hiring and Privacy Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.

About Avanade

As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you'll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You'll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It's all here, so take a closer look!

Create a future for our people that focuses on
• Expanding your thinking • Experimenting courageously • Learning and pivoting

Inspire greatness in our people by
• Empowering every voice • Encouraging boldness • Celebrating progress

Accelerate the impact of our people by
• Amazing the client • Prioritizing what matters • Acting as one

We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.

Extra informatie

Status

Open

Opleidingsniveaus

Anders

Plaats

Brussels

Dienstverbanden

Stage

Gepubliceerd op

10-10-2026

Beroepsgroepen subcategorie

Commercieel / Verkoop / Inkoop

Rijbewijs nodig?

Nee

Auto nodig?

Nee

Motivatiebrief verplicht?

Nee

Talen

Engels