Automotive Business Development/Sales Internship Spring/Summer 2027

Henkel • Chanhassen, MN

13d

About The Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

Requirements

• A junior or senior pursuing a degree in Engineering, chemical preferred
• Strong product understanding, with the ability to quickly learn and articulate technical features and benefits
• Social selling awareness, including familiarity with digital engagement tools and customer interaction strategies
• Analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data and translate insights into actionable strategies
• Effective communication and collaboration, especially in cross-functional and customer-facing environments

Responsibilities

• Support the setup of market strategies by conducting market research, analyzing trends, and identifying growth opportunities
• Assist in implementing strategic plans, tracking execution, and providing feedback for continuous improvement
• Enhance customer intimacy by gathering insights, supporting engagement initiatives, and identifying unmet needs
• Gain exposure to commercial functions and explore future career opportunities within Henkel’s Adhesives business

Benefits

• Exciting projects that allow you to make real impact and collaborate with Henkel colleagues worldwide.
• Countless learning opportunities available through Henkel’s online learning platform with over 9,000 professional courses.
• Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts and sustainability ambassadors.
• Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship that allow you to accomplish concrete goals.
• In-person and virtual social events to connect with other Henkel interns across the country.
• Following your internship, you may be invited to join Henkel as a returning intern or full-time employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern