Placement Year - Channel Services Intern

HP; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

HP in Reading is offering a 13-month Placement Year - Channel Services Intern starting July 2027. You will support the Global Services and Solutions Sales teams, analyze data, and collaborate with partners to drive business growth.

The role is onsite with hybrid options, designed for students completing a mandatory placement year. Ideal candidates are UK university students pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree, with a passion for sales and technology, strong communication, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• Enrolled at a UK university and eligible for a placement year.
• Interest in sales, business development and technology.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with willingness to learn.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Analytical with attention to detail and problem solving.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support sales activities for End User and channel partners.
• Assist with sales analysis, reporting and admin tasks.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Contribute to sales initiatives and events.

Skills

Sales interest

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

UK university placement year

Bachelor/Master level ongoing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Placement Year - Channel Services Intern

Description -

Job Description

Are you ready to kickstart your career with the world’s No. 1 personal systems and printing company? HP is seeking ambitious and motivated students to join our 13‑month Sales Internship Programme, starting in July 2027

About the Role

As a Sales Intern within our Global Services and Solutions Sales team, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting sales activities, analysing data, and working closely with internal teams and external partners. You’ll play an important role in ensuring our End User sales teams and channel partners receive the right level of support on customer opportunities, while contributing to initiatives that drive business growth and enhance customer experiences. This internship offers exposure to real‑world sales operations in a dynamic, collaborative environment, with opportunities to build strong professional relationships and develop valuable commercial skills.

What you will do as a Services and Digital Sales Support Intern:

• Support the Global Services and Solutions teams with day‑to‑day activities
• Assist with sales analysis, reporting, and administrative tasks
• Coordinate and communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Contribute to sales initiatives, partner events, and customer opportunities

What we are looking for in our Interns:

• Undergraduate or postgraduate students enrolled at a UK university and eligible for a placement year
• A strong interest in sales, business development, and the technology industry
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• An analytical approach with attention to detail and problem‑solving ability
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment

A great Services and Digital Sales Support Intern will have-

• Basic understanding of sales processes and business operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Nice to have - Power Bi
• Good presentation, communication, and time‑management skills

What You’ll Gain in your Internship with HP

• Real‑world sales experience in a global technology company
• Access to over 10,000 learning resources to support your development
• Opportunities to work with senior leaders and expand your professional network
• Participation in the HP Mentor Scheme, intern committee, and social events
• Involvement in charity fundraising events and Business Impact Networks

Key Requirements for this internship

• This role is a 13-month industrial placement, running from 1 July 2027 to 31 July 2028, and is intended to form part of a recognised sandwich / placement year.
• You must be currently enrolled in University degree programme and required to complete a formal placement year as part of your course, with a confirmed return to study after the placement.
• Studying towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, ideally in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Eligible to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the placement.
• Work onsite at HP’s Reading headquarters (with occasional additional travel as required) / Hybrid working as standard

Please note: this role is only open to students completing a mandatory placement year as part of their university degree. Graduates and non‑students will not be considered.

About you:

You’re out to reimagine and reinvent what’s possible - in your career as well as the world around you. So are we. We love taking on tough challenges, disrupting the status quo, and creating what’s next. We’re in search of talented people who are inspired by big challenges, driven to learn and grow, and dedicated to making a meaningful difference

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Administration

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

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