Summer 2026 - Sales Intern at SAS in Cary, NC

Job Description

 

Location:  Cary, NC Headquarters (Hybrid)

 

 

Nice to meet you!  

We’re the leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.    

  

 If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here. We’re recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.    

   

What you’ll do 

Looking for *that* internship? The game-changing one that’ll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You’ll find it at SAS. Our interns aren’t coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our award-winning internship program is focused on development, culture, and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the summer.  

 

The Inside Sales and Business Development teams at SAS are the driving force behind our relentless pursuit of growth in sales revenue. We are a dedicated and dynamic group of professionals who share a common goal: to redefine the boundaries of what's possible by empowering our clients to achieve new heights of success with our services and solutions.

 

We accomplish this by generating sales pipeline growth through strategic prospecting, relationship building, and innovative client engagement. Innovation is in our DNA. We constantly explore new prospecting methods, sales strategies, and engagement techniques to stay ahead of the curve and provide cutting-edge solutions to our clients.

 

We believe that the best results are achieved when we work together. Collaboration is at the heart of our team culture. We share insights, support each other's growth, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

 

We're looking for forward-thinkers who are ready to make a significant impact and help shape the future of AI & analytics.

 

As an intern, you might: 

• Create compelling and tailored messaging, email marketing, and outreach strategies to capture the attention of new and existing clients
• Identify and target potential clients and partners through extensive market research, social media, and licensed tools
• Assist in the planning and coordination of networking events (in-person and virtual) to cultivate strong, lasting relationships with key decision-makers
• Assist in preparing materials and information for discovery meetings with clients. This includes research on client backgrounds and current software footprint at SAS.
• Work with the team to gather and analyze data on prospecting campaigns, engagement metrics, and sales performance
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to nurture and maintain client relationships. Help with client engagement, follow-ups, and maintaining client databases to promote lead generation.

  

Required qualifications

• You’re an undergraduate college student enrolled in an accredited program, not graduating prior to December 2026.
• Currently pursuing undergraduate degree studying Business, Finance, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
• Ability to build relationships and a willingness to make connections toward establishing a strong professional network.
• A team player and collaborative spirit who enjoys sharing knowledge and supporting market growth.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Leadership abilities. Your past experiences demonstrate you’ll take initiative and go above and beyond the call of duty.
• You’re interested in the future of Analytics and embrace technology.
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic, and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.

  

Preferred qualifications

• Candidates with interest or experience in business development, sales, marketing, public relations, will be strongly considered.

  

Timeline 

• Applications open: February 2026 on a rolling basis 
• Interviews begin: February 2026
• Internship:  May 19 - August 7

 

 

Location

• Cary, NC HQ office.  Must be local to the Cary area and be willing to come into the office a couple times a week in a Hybrid capacity. 

  

Perks of the job 

• Work with (and learn from) the best. As a SAS intern, you’ll get face time with our top executives! 
• Free SAS programming training and certification.   
• At SAS, flexible work is the norm. Want to work remotely? That’s cool. Prefer a hybrid mix of sweatpants and in-person collaboration? That’s great, too.  
• We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage.  
• Your well-being matters, and that’s why we support all dimensions of your well-being by offering programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive.  This includes an on-site and remote Work/Life Center staffed by master’s level social workers and an Employee Assistance Program.

 

Diverse and inclusive    

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.    

  

Additional Information

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights. 

 

Resumes may be considered in the order they are received. SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment. SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process.

 

SAS only sends emails from verified “sas.com” email addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of SAS, please contact Recruitingsupport@sas.com.

 

Pay Transparency: The hourly rate for SAS internships is determined by the applicant’s year in school and the position they are hired into. Hourly rates range from $15 – $30 for associate’s/bachelor’s level positions and $29 - $49/hour for master’s/Ph.D positions. Internship roles are not eligible for bonus.

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