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Sales Engineer - Internship

Leonardo

ITonsitePosted May 27, 2026

About the role

Job Description:

Closer to Space, closer to the Future: join Telespazio – Leonardo Space Division!

Leonardo is a leading global industrial group in Aerospace, Defence and Security, delivering advance multi-domain technologies across Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cybersecurity, and Space. As part of the Leonardo Space Division, Telespazio - joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), is a global reference in the field of satellite solutions and services. With a workforce of over 3.500 professionals across its offices in Europe and around the world, Telespazio operates an international network of Space Centres and Teleports, offering cutting-edge solutions in Geoinformation Services, Satellite Systems and Operations, and Satellite Communications.

Join us as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in Space.

We are looking for a Sales Engineer Intern to join our Satellite Communications Area and support the evolution of our products, services and technology for a 6 months internship.

In this role, you will work closely with the PreSales, Delivery, Engineering and Sales teams contributing to the standardization and evolution of the products and services portfolio.

You will gain hands-on exposure to satellite communication solutions while contributing with fresh ideas and perspectives. You will be challenged to identify the best fit for the customer requirements and create value in our technological and commercial offering.

This internship represents an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international and technology-driven environment, while developing technical and commercial skills in the satellite communications market.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the PreSales team in daily business activities

Support the analysis and evolution of our portfolio

Support the preparation of commercial offers, RFIs/RFPs, and tender documentation

Identify new value-added elements in our proposition

Benchmark competitors’ solutions and market trends

Act as a point of coordination between Delivery, Engineering, and Sales teams

Requirements:

Master’s Degree in STEM fields (Telecommunications)

Strong interest in satellite communication, technology, business development and commercial activities

Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and entrepreneurial mindset

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Good analytical and organizational skills

Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous academic/project experience in telecom or space-related domains

Ability to translate technical concepts into customer value propositions

Experience in market analysis or competitor benchmarking

Seniority:

New Graduate

Primary Location:

IT - Roma - Via Tiburtina, 965

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid

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