JOB DESCRIPTION
Technical Sales & Business Development Intern
Location: Fairfield, CT
Position Type: Part-Time, Flexible Schedule
Target Graduation Date: May 2027 or Earlier
About Mantrose Group
Mantrose Group is a global leader in specialty ingredients and innovative solutions serving the food & beverage, agriculture, pharmaceutical, and nutrition industries. As part of RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM), a publicly traded global specialty products company, Mantrose combines science, innovation, and customer-focused solutions to help customers bring differentiated products to market worldwide.
Learn more at Mantrose Group.
Internship Opportunity
Mantrose Group is seeking a highly motivated science, engineering, or technical student interested in gaining practical business experience while applying their technical education in a commercial environment.
This internship offers hands-on exposure to technical sales, market intelligence, business development, and strategic growth initiatives. The selected candidate will work closely with commercial and technical leaders, gaining valuable insight into how innovative technologies and specialty ingredients are developed, marketed, and commercialized across global industries.
Responsibilities
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends, customer needs, and growth opportunities
Research prospective customers, distributors, and strategic partners
Support business development initiatives and lead generation activities
Analyze market data and prepare reports to support strategic decision-making
Assist in the development of customer presentations, sales materials, and business proposals
Participate in strategic growth projects and cross-functional initiatives
Support sales pipeline management and opportunity tracking
Collaborate with commercial, technical, marketing, and product development teams
Qualifications
Required
Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Food Science
Biology
Materials Science
Biomedical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Or a related technical discipline
Expected graduation date of May 2027 or earlier
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Familiarity with AI tools and technologies for research, analysis, and productivity
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
Preferred
Interest in technical sales and business development
Experience with data analysis, market research, or customer-facing projects
Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, or internship experiences
What You Will Gain
Direct exposure to senior leadership and business executives
Real-world experience supporting strategic business growth initiatives
Insight into the commercialization of innovative technologies and specialty ingredients
Development of technical, analytical, presentation, and business development skills
Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
Networking opportunities across commercial, technical, and operational functions
Valuable experience for careers in technical sales, business development, consulting, product management, and general management
Why Join Mantrose Group?
This internship offers a unique opportunity to combine technical knowledge with business experience while contributing to meaningful growth initiatives. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to executive decision-making, and develop skills that will help accelerate your career after graduation.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment as a full time employee, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability, and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases, and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Mantrose Group offers paid holidays and two floating holidays per year.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
