Amazon: AWS Commercial Sales Internship 2026

We’re on the lookout for the curious, those who think big and want to define the world of tomorrow. If you are passionate about cloud technologies, AWS is developing the next generation of cloud leaders through our Amazon Web Services (AWS) Commercial Sales Internship Program. The roadmap includes a detailed and structured experience, designed to provide in-depth learning and hands-on experience in Cloud sales and AWS services, as well as the opportunity to deliver long-term impact through the assignment of a business project utilizing innovative approaches and cutting-edge AI-first solutions.

This paid internship will give you the chance to take on a unique internship project, enabling you to make a tangible impact and encourage you to build and innovate in the Amazonian way. The program features a rotation structure, exposing you to different aspects of our organization and various AWS service areas. Alongside this, you will be supported by members of our EMEA internship community, working in agile teams with access to mentoring, learning, and shadowing opportunities.

What the Programme Offers

• The program includes comprehensive training on AWS services, cloud computing concepts, AI-first methodologies, and hands-on practical exercises to solidify your learning.
• You’ll develop strategic thinking capabilities, GenAI proficiency, and stakeholder management skills essential for success in our rapidly evolving AI environment.
• You will grow into the high impact, visionary person you know you’re ready to be. Every day will be filled with exciting new challenges, developing new skills, and achieving personal growth in our AI-first cloud environment.

Requirements

• Unemployed before joining the internship program.
• Under 35 years old at the time of application.
• Graduated from a Bachelor’s or higher degree in the last 5 years
• Qualification must be from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Speak, write, and read fluently in English
• Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must have completed a higher education qualification in a related field (Minimum NQF level 4-6 qualification).

Preferred / Advantageous

• BCom / Marketing / IT qualification
• Sales experience no more than 2 year
• Interest in Sales: Previous professional, student organization, or academic experience that is sales related with interest in a sales career post-graduation
• Interest in learning AWS cloud and technical domains
• Good Communicator: You are comfortable talking with all different kinds of people, interests, and walks of life. You write clearly, listen well, and use the right tone for the audience.

Skills and Competencies we Value:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach
• Digital innovation mindset with genuine curiosity about AI and emerging cloud technologies
• Showcasing resilience and adaptability in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Customer and stakeholder focus with strong communication skills
• Cross-functional collaboration capabilities to work across different teams and business units
• Interested in a career in cloud technology, demonstrating learning agility, comfort with digital tools, and the ability to think strategically while remaining adaptable to new challenges and technologies that drive and grow AWS footprint with our customers
  
  

How to Apply

Apply Online for the Amazon: AWS Commercial Sales Internship 2026