Quandela is hiring a Sales Operations & Commercial Excellence Intern for a 6-month internship (final-year or gap year P2), starting in September / October 2026.

Quandela stands as a global leader in quantum computing, driven by groundbreaking technology and a strategic vision for scaling quantum solutions. The company’s unique ability to offer both hardware and software solutions, along with its commitment to build energy efficient datacenters and scalability, positions it to play a key role in the next wave of innovation, and in many strategic and sovereign industrial sectors.

Join Us at the Forefront of Quantum Computing Innovation 🚀

Description of the Project

Ensure the commercial engine runs smoothly, is structured, transparent, and manageable.
This internship is highly focused on processes, tools, cadence, dashboards, and operational coordination within the sales teams.

Your Key Responsibilities

Sales Operations & Process

• Structuring and improving sales processes:
• Pipeline management, qualification, opportunity tracking
• Deal governance (stages, approvals, prioritization)
• Implementing and maintaining CRM discipline (data hygiene, completeness, standards)
• Contributing to the definition and tracking of sales KPIs:
• Pipeline, conversion rates, sales cycle
• Hardware / cloud / services split
• Note-taking and centralization of meeting information

Sales Activity Management & Dashboards

• Creation and maintenance of operational dashboards:
• Overall pipeline
• Strategic deal dashboards (e.g., MosaiQ, key accounts)
• Tracking ongoing partnerships with Partnership Intern
• Contribution to an internal decision-support tool (Airtable / structured dashboard)

Sales Rhythm & Coordination

• Preparation and follow-up:
• Pipeline meetings → TODO tracking / follow-ups / summaries
• Commercial progress points
• Drafting meeting notes, action tracking, reminders
• Coordination with:
• Sales
• Presales
• Marketing (strictly operational topics)
• Chief of Staff for CEO meetings, if needed

Business Development & Deal Support

• Operational support on major deals:
• Centralization of information
• Action tracking
• Preparation of internal points
• Support for prospecting and qualification activities:
• Research, structuring, tracking
• Contribution to commercial event preparation:
• Logistics, follow-up, post-event actions

Tools & Internal Productivity

• Structuring internal databases:
• Identification of operational frictions and proposing improvements
• Contribution to enhancing internal productivity of sales teams

Requirements

You’re curious, proactive and willing to learn fast.

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree from a top engineering or business school.
• Eligible for a 6-month internship agreement.
• Strong interest in deep-tech, innovation, and fast-growing environments.
• Excellent communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in French and English.

Benefits

• Swile Card (meal vouchers) 🍴🛒

• 50% participation in transportation costs 🚆

• Possibility of remote work (1 day / week) 💻

• Internship Allowance between €1,200 and €1,400 per month 💰

• 1,5 days off per month, cumulative 🧳

What we also offer

A challenging and innovative work environment at the heart of quantum computing.

A diverse and collaborative company culture.

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

At Quandela, we believe that the strength of our team is the plurality of experiences, perspectives, and journeys. We are committed to building a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. All applications are welcome.