Sales Excellence Internship Opportunity – Johannesburg, South Africa

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Start Date: September 2025
Employment Type: 12-Month Full-Time Internship
Work Site: Up to 50% Work From Home
Travel: 0–25%
Job Number: 1827858
Profession: Sales Enablement
Discipline: Sales Excellence

Overview

Microsoft is looking for driven and passionate individuals to join our Sales Excellence team as part of a 12-month full-time internship program in Johannesburg. This is a unique opportunity for South African university students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in one of the world’s most innovative technology companies.

At Microsoft, interns are given the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that impact millions of people globally. As a Sales Excellence Intern, you will support the sales organization in driving operational excellence, optimizing digital sales processes, and helping ensure customer success through insights, analytics, and strategic planning.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking ambitious and motivated individuals who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about technology and excited by the prospect of working on global projects while contributing to Microsoft’s mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, this role is for you.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Sales, Accounting, Information Systems, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Must be a South African national.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written communication).

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong interest in technology, digital sales, and customer engagement.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• High levels of accountability, integrity, and a continuous learning mindset.

Key Responsibilities

1. Consumption Management:
Monitor and report on key sales performance metrics such as customer additions and product consumption. Work in collaboration with the Sales Excellence team to provide actionable insights that support customer retention and re-engagement efforts.

2. Sales Support:
Generate monthly forecasting and pipeline reports. Assist senior leaders in the execution of the Sales Operations Planning Process to drive sales performance.

3. Insights and Capabilities:
Learn and support the implementation of tools, processes, and Rhythms of Connection (ROCs) across the subsidiary to accelerate transformation. Work with Business Intelligence data to enhance reporting quality and drive continuous improvement.

4. Partner Management:
Support partnership processes through data quality checks and reporting. Assist in components of partner management including segmentation, quota management, planning, co-selling, and transition activities.

5. Sales Operations Planning:
Gain experience with fiscal-year and cross-segment sales planning. Collaborate on components such as Territory Planning, Account Planning, FastStart, and Blueprint. Support the landing and orchestration of sales tools and follow-up processes.

6. Sales Pipeline Execution:
Analyze local sales team data and performance indicators to address challenges across customer adds, consumption, pipeline, scorecards, and annuity. Leverage available resources to support execution and performance tracking.

Benefits and Perks

At Microsoft, interns benefit from a wide array of programs designed to support personal and professional growth:

• Industry-leading healthcare
• Access to world-class learning and development resources
• Discounts on Microsoft products and services
• Savings and investment opportunities
• Generous maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off and holiday benefits
• Giving programs that match your charitable contributions
• Opportunities to network with professionals globally

Diversity and Inclusion

Microsoft is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local laws and regulations.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Microsoft provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the application process. If you require assistance, please review our accommodation process and reach out for support.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit the official Microsoft Careers website and search for Job Number 1827858. Submit your resume and complete the online application process.

Take the first step toward an extraordinary career and make a meaningful impact at Microsoft. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

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