Sales Support Graduation Internship
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The posting
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Taken from Avanade's own posting, last seen live on 13 Nov 2026.
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About Avanade
Consulting, implementation and managed services built on Microsoft technology (Azure, data and AI, Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365 and Copilot, security), sold to large enterprises, mid-market companies and public sector bodies.
Pay schedule: Salaried consulting roles with a bonus: US postings add a 401(k) and medical, dental and vision cover, and French ones list an annual bonus, profit-sharing and a company savings plan with an employer match.
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