Program Manager Intern, Sal (Archived) | VirtualInterview.ai

About Zscaler

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership and accountability.

We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.

The Role

We’re seeking a highly motivated Program Manager Intern, Sales to join our Emerging Products GTM department. This is a Hybrid role, requiring office presence in San Jose, CA, and reporting to the VP, Emerging Products GTM.

The Program Manager Intern, Sales will support the operational efficiency and execution of high-priority sales initiatives across the Go-to-Market organization. This role focuses on optimizing sales processes, tracking key program milestones/metrics, and leveraging data to drive consistency and scale. You will contribute directly to improving sales performance and ensuring strategic alignment across various regional and functional teams.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

Process Mapping and Optimization: Document current sales operational workflows (e.g., deal review, forecast submission, territory planning) and propose actionable optimizations to reduce bottlenecks and improve cross-functional speed and clarity.

Cross-Functional Project Coordination: Act as a central communication hub between the Sales team and support functions (like Finance, Legal, and Marketing), ensuring all project dependencies are met on schedule and blockers are clearly escalated.

Sales Tool Standardization Support: Assist in gathering user requirements, testing, and documenting training materials for new sales technology rollouts (e.g., CRM enhancements, sales enablement tools) to ensure high adoption rates across the field organization.

Sales Process Standardization Support: participate in deal reviews, sales forecast calls and GTM strategy and campaigns and pipeline generation.

Who You Are (Success Profile)

You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.

You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. You adapt to what’s needed, navigating seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.

You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.

You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.

You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or a related analytical field.

Proven ability to define, map, and document business processes using logical flowcharts or diagrams, demonstrating structured problem-solving capability.

Foundational knowledge of using CRM systems (like Salesforce) and intermediate proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel/Google Sheets) to manipulate, analyze, and present operational metrics.

Motivated self-starter with a passion for innovation and technology, particularly in how they enable business strategy.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

Previous internship or co-op experience working specifically within a Sales Operations, Revenue Operations, or Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy function.

Advanced working knowledge of Salesforce administration, reporting, or specific Sales Enablement platforms (e.g., Outreach, Salesloft, Seismic).

Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.

Base Pay Range

$35—$55 USD

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

Various health plans

Time off plans for vacation and sick time

Parental leave options

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Program Manager Intern, Sales

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