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The Solutions Engineering intern will support our Business Development team in designing and demonstrating technology solutions that drive impact for social sector organizations. As a Solutions Engineering intern, you ll assist in building and maintaining demo systems, conducting research, creating client-facing materials, and gaining hands-on experience with pre-sales strategy and technical consulting. You ll work closely with experienced team members and have opportunities to contribute to real client projects and proposals. At Vera, you will join a team of passionate individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, all dedicated to improving the way social impact organizations operate. We re a self-motivated, creative group, and we emphasize collaboration, flexibility, and professionalism. Primary Responsibilities: Support the sales and solutions engineering team in building demo systems and creating prototypes based on client needs Help prepare materials for client presentations and proposals Participate in internal meetings to learn how Vera tailors Salesforce solutions for nonprofits and social enterprises Assist in researching technology products, tools, and relevant sector trends (e.g., M&E, grant management, fundraising) Contribute to maintaining and updating generic demo systems for different solution types offered by Vera Observe and assist with client discovery sessions alongside the solutions engineering team Support in gathering feedback from prospects or partners and provide insights to the team What You ll Learn: Exposure to the Salesforce platform, especially Nonprofit Cloud and Vera s product Practical experience in configuring solutions, client engagement, and technical sales strategy Deeper understanding of how nonprofits use technology to manage data and drive impact Qualifications and Experience Essential: Demonstrated interest in working with social sector clients or experience in a social sector organization Strong aptitude for using technology to manage and visualize data (i.e. developing reports & dashboards) Strong English communication skills Exceptional written & verbal communication skills used to draft technical documentation, translate challenging concepts into simple, yet accurate terms, and collaborate effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders Enthusiasm for working in a small, dynamic, international environment, often collaborating with colleagues cross-team and cross-hub Ability to carry tasks forward independently or collaboratively with the reporting team Meticulousness, punctuality, and outstanding attention to detail Desired: Familiarity with data analysis software (Power BI, Tableau, Stata etc.) Previous experience with CRM and other data management tools/platforms, particularly Salesforce Proficient in the use of G-Suite applications or other common cloud-based software (i.e. Dropbox, Box, etc.) Bachelor s degree what you studied isn t critical; what you re passionate about is Proficiency in a relevant second language (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic) Compensation & Benefits A modest stipend will be provided to help offset cost of living and commuting expenses (if applicable). PTO days are prorated in accordance with your internship agreement and includes local and company-wide holidays. We do not cap sick leave. If you re sick, we hope you get better!
