Ciena
Technical Sales Development Program
Atlanta · Internship
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About the role
- We're a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration.
- As a participant in this classroom-based and hands-on training program, you'll have ample opportunities for networking, mentoring, and coaching with engineers, architects, and other professional/technical personnel enterprise-wide.
- You'll not only work with our sophisticated technology, but you'll also learn how to prospect for new business, solve problems, and learn to understand what excellent customer service looks like.
Responsibilities
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business
Compensation
- The annual pay for this position is: $74,000 + 25% Target Commission
- Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business.
- Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
- Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission.
- In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.
Benefits
- We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Company info
- An AM focuses on strengthening connections with current customers and identifying new business opportunities.
- A Sales Engineer (SE) serves as the technical bridge between Ciena's current and future customers.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
- Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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