Networking Intern - Placement Year

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

Start Date:

1st July 2026 – 31st July 2027

Location:

Winnersh, Reading

What you'll need:

• Be in the second year of a four-year degree that includes a one-year industrial placement, and be eligible to work in the UK for a 13-month placement starting in July 2026
• On track for a 2:1 or above
• Have, or be motivated to develop, a strong working knowledge of SFDC, Clari, Excel, and Power BI, as these are critical to the role
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and confident working independently, while recognizing when to seek support or guidance
• Adaptable, proactive, and creative in responding to changing requirements and new challenges
• Demonstrate a growth mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn, take ownership and continuously develop
• Possess strong communication skills, be comfortable building relationships with colleagues at all levels, and have a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

What you'll do:

• Support HPEN Sales teams with day-to-day sales operations, reporting, forecasting, and customer engagement activities across teams such as Enterprise, Public Sector, Major Accounts, Defence, and Commercial.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and analysis to support customer spend, sales performance, forecasting accuracy, and business decision-making.
• Support the sales process through opportunity management, quote creation, and maintaining accurate data within business systems.
• Coordinate communications, meetings, events, and activities across the sales organization, working closely with HPE Marketing to support customer communications.
• Develop proficiency in key business tools including SFDC, Clari, Excel, and Power BI.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and channel teams, providing cross-functional support where required.
• Attend customer and partner meetings and participate in intern programs, networking, and development activities.
• Support fellow interns and teams by providing cross-role cover during holiday and sickness absence.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• A structured onboarding programme to help you build a strong understanding of HPE Networking, our strategy, and your role.
• Opportunities to develop commercial, sales, and technical skills through hands-on experience, training, and exposure to industry-leading tools and AI technologies.
• Networking opportunities with customers, partners, senior leaders, and fellow interns across the business.
• Access to HPE's intern programme, including volunteering, employee networks, and community activities.
• Optional Sales Readiness training delivered by industry experts to support your professional development.
• A supportive environment that encourages curiosity, proactivity, continuous learning, and personal growth.
• The opportunity to develop commercial awareness, attention to detail, proactive problem-solving skills, and confidence using AI-enabled business tools.
• Gain experience with AI-enabled tools while developing a proactive, commercially focused mindset.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities.

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.