Networking Presales Graduate - Belgium
This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Technology is changing the way the world connects. At HPE Networking, we're building intelligent, AI-driven networking solutions that help organizations securely connect people, applications, and data—from campus and branch to data center and cloud.
As a young graduate presales engineer, you won't spend your first years watching from the sidelines. From day one, you'll work alongside experienced presales engineers, Account Managers, and Technology Specialists, helping customers solve real business challenges while developing both your technical expertise and commercial skills.
This role is designed for graduates who are curious, eager to learn, and excited by the combination of technology, customer engagement, and innovation.
As part of our Presales Engineering team, you'll gradually build the skills to become a trusted technical advisor.
You'll:
Support customer meetings, workshops, and technical discovery sessions.
Learn how to design modern networking solutions including:
Campus & Branch Networking
Wireless LAN
Data Center Networking
Network Security
AI-driven Network Operations
Cloud and On-Premises Network Management
Assist in creating technical presentations, demonstrations, and proof-of-concepts.
Work closely with Account Managers to develop customer opportunities.
Support partner enablement and technical training sessions.
Participate in customer events, technology workshops, and innovation days.
Learn how to position technology based on business outcomes rather than product features.
Build hands-on experience in our demo labs and testing environments.
Collaborate with international engineering teams and product specialists.
The graduate program is designed around continuous development. During your first years, you'll receive:
Technical training.
Hands-on lab experience.
Shadowing opportunities with senior Sales Engineers.
Mentorship from experienced technical leaders.
Exposure to customers across multiple industries.
Opportunities to present, demonstrate, and eventually lead customer engagements.
Continuous coaching on presentation, consulting, and communication skills.
By the end of the program, you'll have built a strong foundation to grow into roles such as:
Sales Engineer
Technology Consultant
You don't need to know everything on day one—we're looking for people with curiosity, enthusiasm, and the willingness to learn.
We're looking for someone who:
You have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within the last 12 months in: Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & ICT, Cybersecurity, Engineering or a related field
Has a passion for networking, security and emerging technologies.
Enjoys solving problems and understanding how technology supports business outcomes.
Communicates clearly and enjoys working with people.
Is comfortable presenting ideas and learning in front of customers.
Is proactive, curious, and eager to take initiative.
Speaks French/Dutch and English fluently.
During the program, you'll gain experience with technologies such as:
Campus & Branch Networks, Enterprise Switching, Enterprise Wireless
Network Security
AI for Network Operations (AIOps)
SD-WAN
Data Center Networking
Private 5G
Cloud Networking
Network Observability
Zero Trust Networking
At HPE Networking, learning never stops.
You'll become part of a collaborative team where experienced engineers invest in your development, innovation is encouraged, and your ideas matter. You'll work with cutting-edge networking technologies while helping customers prepare for AI, digital transformation, and the future of connectivity.
This graduate role is more than a first job—it's the start of a long-term career. Many of our technical leaders, architects, and specialists began their journey in early-career programs just like this one.
If you're passionate about technology, enjoy working with people, and want to make an impact from day one, we'd love to meet you.
Want to learn more about Presales careers at HPE?
Try our new virtual experience program, where you can explore what’s next for you in this role and earn shareable completion certificates that stand out to HPE recruiters and hiring managers. https://careers.hpe.com/us/en/students-virtual-experiences
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
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