Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company. We fast-track our customers’ digital advantage—and you can fast-track your career by joining us!

At Equinix, we celebrate our differences and are proud of the inclusive, innovative culture at the heart of our success. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that’s at the heart of our core company values.

Interns are an important part of our global team—they solve real-world business challenges and make a difference. If you’re a forward-thinking, hard-working college student who loves to learn and wants to make a positive impact on the world while growing your career, come help us shape the digital world.

Opportunities
The Equinix Internship Program offers wide-ranging opportunities across all of our functions, where you will be given the opportunity to gain basic knowledge and understanding, working alongside our leaders. You will spend your time gaining practical work experience and learning from some of the sharpest minds in the industry, work in a culture that thrives on innovation and delivering results, while building solid relationships with industry leaders, and fellow students from around the country.

Interested to learn more? See the details below to kick-start your career!

We offer paid time off and holidays and relocation assistance as needed. 

Entry Level Sales Engineer

Responsibilities

Technical Consulting and Sales Support

• Learns to identify customer’s business needs, challenges, and technical requirements

• May analyze situations and data on problems of basic to moderate scope

• Applies defined technical processes and procedures to develop solutions under close supervision, receives guidance on more complex issues

• Provides basic, often scripted support for customer meetings and tours which may advance to less standard scenarios

Solution Design and Deliverables

• Provides some technical sales support to all assigned  Sales account executives

• Follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained

• Exercises limited judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate solutions

• Assists in and/or coordinates RFI/P/Q preparation as requested by Sales Representatives

• Develops or assist with portions of deliverables for the customer with extensive oversight and direct from Sales Engineering Management and/or peers

Customer Service

• Communicates verbally and in writing with customers (internal and external) under close supervision, coaching and guidance

• Coordinates portions of pre-sale support for all company products and services

• Learns to provide basic technical support in sales presentations, customer meetings, and trade shows

Business and Market Expertise

• Demonstrates a basic understanding of Equinix DC, Network, and Cloud products

• Possesses basic industry knowledge and familiarity of the competitive landscape

Collaboration / Communication

• Learns to support Sales teams in efforts to earn new business and maintain existing customer relationships

• Collaborates on a limited basis with internal teams (CSM, OM, IM, Ops, etc.) to ensure smooth project transition from pre-sales to post-sales

• Develops understanding of and maintains relationships with key internal stakeholders

Mentorship / Team Leadership

• Open to guidance from leadership and more senior Sales Engineers

Qualifications

• A confident and competitive attitude!
• Currently enrolled in a university and will graduate between August 2025-May 2026
• Available to intern Full time from May - August 2025 hybrid in Ashburn Virginia

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $25 to $45 per year

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:

USA Benefits eBook

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.