Who are we?

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

An internship with Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. 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, join us and help shape the digital world. 

Job Summary

You will be joining our EMEA Opportunity Development Team, a young and dynamic team. The team consists of more than 12 different nationalities spread over five different locations in Europe. We are ambitious individuals who support the sales team in the initial stages of the sales cycle. By joining our team, you will have a hands-on experience on the front line in sales. You will have a dedicated working buddy to support you during your internship program.

 

Responsibilities

• Researches accounts and identifies key personas 
• Acquires Key/Targeted Personas through a variety of available tools 
• Generates interest, qualifies leads and creates pipeline growth via phone calls, emails and social media in assigned territory 
• Generate discovery meetings/calls for Account Executives 
• Leverages teammates (Managers, Account Executives and Digital/Tech Specialists) to develop targeted lists, call strategies and messaging to drive opportunities and prospecting activities 
• Follows up on campaigns and provides detailed feedback on the success of each campaign to our Sales Management Team and Marketing Managers 
• Actively participates in Regional Sales Team calls/meetings 
• Engages with Marketing for Regional Events support 
• Records and documents all calls, emails, meetings, tours and activities in SFDC 
• Reports on weekly results, both qualitative and quantitative 
• Establishes relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts and prospects 

  

Why Join Equinix?  

We pride ourselves on our Global Program being an immersive and impactful experience designed to kick start your corporate career and set you up for future success.   

• Work on real business challenges: You will be assigned with a project and work directly with teams to gain real-work experience, contribute to the business, and impact the digital world.   
• Be supported throughout your journey: You will be mentored and coached by numerous colleagues, including your managers, subject experts, an assigned buddy and a formal mentor.  
• Participate in a curated program of workshops and events: Learn from our leaders through our Executive Speaker Series, continue to grow through our workshops and build meaningful worldwide connections through our networking events.   
• Gain global recognition: We celebrate your time with Equinix and the work you have completed through our Global Ideas Competition “Shark Tank.” This competition provides you with the recognition you deserve and lets you share your work with the global community of Equinix.  

 

Joining our internship program means you will have a chance to secure a future role at Equinix when you graduate!   

  

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college, in your penultimate year of your bachelor’s or master’s degree studies (Graduation between December 2025 -September 2026) 
• Available to work full-time for the entire duration of the Summer Internship Program (between July to September, depending on your school system)    
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced environment    
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, business proficiency in English  and Dutch
• Ability to create accurate and punctual reports, deliver presentations, and share information and ideas with others   
• Analytically driven and detail-oriented, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Package and aptitude to learn new software   

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. 

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