Summer 2027 Sales & Business Development Intern

Force Factor • Boston, MA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Force Factor is seeking a Summer 2027 Sales & Business Development Intern to assist the Sales Team with business development and growth opportunities within FDMC (Food, Drug, Mass, Club) retailers. The internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development, with interns actively contributing to the company's growth on impactful projects. The company culture is described as intense, meritocratic, and high-growth, with a focus on innovation and helping consumers Unleash their Potential. Force Factor is privately held and aims for long-term growth and opportunities for its team members.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate, Masters, or MBA program at an accredited institution. This opportunity is open to all students, from first-year students to seniors, MS students, or MBA students.
• Demonstrated ability to balance academic and extracurricular commitments (i.e., work experience, clubs, volunteer activities, teams, etc.).
• Proficiency in analyzing data, using tools such as Excel, to generate insights and make informed decisions.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork skills to work cross-functionally with various departments.
• A performance-focused, results-oriented approach - you will need a strong work ethic and drive to achieve results.
• Ownership mentality, self-motivation, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline driven environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple concurrent tasks.
• Detail-oriented, driven, and organized high performer with an insatiable desire to win.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Data: Utilize Excel, Nielsen, and IRI data to conduct in-depth analysis, uncovering key insights and trends that drive strategic decision-making and storytelling.
• Manage Broker Relationships: Collaborate daily with brokers to streamline communication, ensure timely follow-ups, and meet project deadlines, fostering strong professional relationships.
• Foster Creative Solutions: Contribute to the development of product assortment strategies and design engaging in-store displays, enhancing visual appeal and driving retail partner success.
• Conduct Competitor Analysis: Perform comprehensive market research to monitor competitors, identifying opportunities and strategies to maintain and enhance our market position.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with departments such as Marketing, Supply Chain, and Science & Innovation to support and integrate business development efforts across the organization.
• Engage with Retail Buyers: Participate in meetings with retail partners to observe and learn about the sales process, gaining hands-on experience in pitching and negotiation.
• AI Utilization: Leverage Claude to support work across all assigned responsibilities: conducting research, synthesizing data, drafting and refining content, brainstorming ideas, and identifying opportunities to share useful AI applications with the broader team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed