Application Guide

How to Apply for Summer 2026 Intern - Sales Program Management

at Workiva

🏢 About Workiva

Workiva stands out as a leader in streamlining integrated ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting, helping organizations achieve transparent climate impact tracking and compliance. Their focus on sustainability reporting technology makes them particularly appealing for candidates interested in the intersection of business, technology, and environmental responsibility. Working at Workiva offers exposure to cutting-edge reporting platforms while contributing to meaningful corporate transparency initiatives.

About This Role

This Sales Program Management internship involves supporting sales operations through Salesforce.com testing, stakeholder coordination, and process documentation. You'll triage inbound requests, conduct ad hoc reporting and analysis, and maintain team documentation in Wiki/Confluence. This role is impactful because you'll help optimize sales processes that directly support Workiva's mission of transparent ESG reporting.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with triaging inbound requests from sales teams, followed by testing new Salesforce.com features and documenting results. You'd spend time creating or updating process documentation in Confluence, then work on ad hoc reporting requests using Excel or Google Sheets. The day would likely include coordinating with stakeholders about testing outcomes and participating in special project meetings.

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🎯 Who Workiva Is Looking For

  • Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Business, or related degree program with data analysis coursework
  • Demonstrated technical proficiency with Excel, Google Docs, and documentation platforms (Wiki/Confluence experience is a plus)
  • Has held leadership positions showing strong communication and initiative-taking abilities
  • Detail-oriented with experience in process documentation and stakeholder coordination

📝 Tips for Applying to Workiva

1

Highlight any experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM platforms in your resume, even if it's academic or personal project experience

2

Create a portfolio showing documentation samples (process flows, wiki pages, or project documentation) to demonstrate your Confluence/Wiki skills

3

Research Workiva's ESG reporting platform and mention specific features or capabilities in your application materials

4

Quantify any leadership experiences with metrics (e.g., 'led team of 5 students on project that improved efficiency by 20%')

5

Tailor your resume to show how your coursework in data analysis applies to sales program management tasks

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Connect your interest in ESG/sustainability reporting to Workiva's mission of transparent climate impact tracking", 'Provide specific examples of taking initiative on independent projects or leadership in academic settings', 'Demonstrate understanding of how sales program management supports business operations', 'Mention any experience with process documentation or creating/maintaining team resources']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Workiva's Wdesk platform and how it supports ESG reporting requirements
  • → Recent ESG reporting regulations (like SEC climate disclosure rules) that Workiva helps clients navigate
  • → Workiva's company culture and remote work practices (check their careers page and Glassdoor)
  • → Sales program management best practices in technology/SaaS companies

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM systems and how you would approach testing
2 Walk through how you would triage and prioritize inbound requests from multiple stakeholders
3 Discuss your approach to creating process documentation for current and future state workflows
4 Share examples of ad hoc reporting or data analysis projects you've completed
5 Explain how you've demonstrated leadership in academic or extracurricular settings
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic application materials that don't mention Workiva's ESG focus or sales operations
  • Failing to provide specific examples of independent work or initiative-taking
  • Not demonstrating understanding of how this internship connects to your degree program and career goals

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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