Sales & Business Development Intern
About The Position
MANN+HUMMEL is seeking a Sales & Business Development Intern for Spring 2027, based at its main office in Gastonia, North Carolina, with a hybrid arrangement combining remote and on-site work. The internship runs from January through May or June 2027, with a potential extension through Summer 2027 based on performance, and is scheduled for up to 30 hours per week. The intern will support a strategic growth initiative for the MANN-FILTER brand in North America by helping develop a data-driven Go-to-Market strategy. Working alongside Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Category Management, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders, the intern will research market trends and customer needs, analyze business data, assess competitors, and identify growth opportunities. The role includes preparing analyses and recommendations and presenting findings to business leaders. The internship offers practical exposure to commercial strategy, market intelligence, business analytics, product portfolio evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration in a global manufacturing organization. The intern is expected to contribute to a comprehensive Go-to-Market strategy intended to identify opportunities and recommendations to increase MANN-FILTER's market presence in North America.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with market research, business analysis, or strategic projects through coursework, internships, or student organizations.
- Familiarity with the automotive, aftermarket, industrial, or manufacturing sectors.
- Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools.
- Interest in commercial strategy, product management, sales analytics, or consulting careers.
Responsibilities
- Support development of a Go-to-Market strategy for MANN-FILTER products in North America.
- Conduct market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and growth opportunities.
- Analyze sales, customer, and market data to uncover actionable business insights.
- Assess the competitive landscape and benchmark industry competitors.
- Assist with customer segmentation and target market analysis.
- Help identify product portfolio gaps and opportunities for new product introductions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Supply Chain, and Category Management teams.
- Develop presentations, dashboards, summaries, and recommendations for leadership reviews.
- Participate in strategic planning discussions and cross-functional meetings.
- Present project findings and recommendations to business leaders.
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Career Level
Intern
