Associate Sales Engineer Trainee - Technical Graduate Apprentice

Talent'd HR Solutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Bengaluru is seeking an Associate Sales Engineer Trainee who will gain hands-on experience in sales engineering. Key responsibilities include learning to progress deals, collaborating with account managers, and engaging in presentations. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree, graduated in 2025, and possess good communication skills and a passion for technology. The 12-month program will start in January 2025, presenting an opportunity for fresh talent to develop essential skills.

Qualifications

• Completed a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in any stream.
• Graduated in 2025 with a degree certificate or provisional certificate.
• Available for a 12-month program starting January 2025.
• Good communication skills, passion for technology, and proactive team engagement.
• Enrolled as a student on NATS with a valid enrolment number.

Responsibilities

• Learn to progress deals under mentorship.
• Collaborate with Key Account Managers and participate in marketing events.
• Engage in presentations, proposals, and business case development.
• Develop knowledge in Sales Analytics by shadowing senior engineers.
• Participate in cross-functional collaborations.

Skills

communication skills

MS Office

Team Collaboration

Presentation skills

Sales process understanding

Client engagement

Proposal development

Business case creation

Product demonstrations

Sales analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in any stream

Graduated in 2025

Job description

Cisco is seeking enthusiastic and driven individuals to join as Associate Sales Engineer Trainee - Technical Graduate Apprentice in Bangalore, India. This role is part of our initiative to nurture fresh talent and provide hands‑on exposure to the dynamic world of sales engineering.

About the Team

You will be joining a high-performing sales team focused on driving growth and innovation within the commercial select client segment. The team collaborates closely with senior leadership to execute impactful strategies, build strong C‑level relationships, and lead transformational deals through upselling and cross‑selling initiatives.

Your Impact

• Learn to progress deals through Introduction, Discovery, and Custom Demonstration stages under mentorship.
• Collaborate with Key Account Managers and participate in marketing events to understand client engagement strategies.
• Engage in presentations, proposals, business case development, and product demonstrations to build communication and technical skills.
• Develop foundational knowledge in Sales Analytics and Process Excellence by shadowing senior engineers.
• Gain insights into leadership practices that drive growth, accountability, and accurate forecasting.
• Adopt disciplined use of sales tools, systems, and methodologies.
• Participate in cross‑functional collaborations and contribute to high‑impact growth initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed a 4‑year Bachelor’s Degree in any stream.
• Graduated in 2025 with a degree certificate or provisional certificate.
• Available for a 12‑month program starting January 2025.
• Good communication skills, passion for technology, and proactive team engagement.
• Enrolled as a student on NATS with a valid enrolment number.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any stream with no active backlogs.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office tools.
• "Can do" attitude, solutions‑oriented mindset, and team player qualities.

Why Join Cisco?

At Cisco, we revolutionize how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era and beyond. For 40 years, we have been innovating fearlessly to create solutions that enable human and technology collaboration across physical and digital worlds. Our global network of experts offers limitless opportunities to grow and make a real impact.

Key Skills

communication skills MS office Team Collaboration Presentation skills Sales process understanding Client engagement Proposal development Business case creation Product demonstrations Sales analytics

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (4 years) in any stream with no active backlogs
• graduated in 2025

Cisco

Cisco Systems, Inc. is a global leader in networking, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure solutions. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Cisco's mission is to power an inclusive future for all by helping organizations securely connect, communicate, and collaborate. The company is renowned for its wide array of products and services, including enterprise networking, cloud, security, tools, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.

With over 80,000 employees worldwide, Cisco serves customers ranging from small businesses to large enterprises and governments. The company consistently ranks among the top technology firms globally, recognized for its innovation and commitment to sustainability. In recent news, Cisco completed its acquisition of Splunk in 2024, strengthening its position in data analytics and cybersecurity. Cisco continues to shape the digital landscape, driving advancements in network automation, AI-powered security, and hybrid work solutions.

Company Details

Technology Networking Cybersecurity Cloud Computing IT Infrastructure