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Strategic Marketing Intern (MBA level)

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Hexion Inc.

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
    Product
  • Columbus, +2

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing an MBA, have strategic marketing experience, strong financial analysis skills, and excellent communication abilities. Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and relationship-building skills.
  • You will conduct market research, identify growth opportunities, lead projects, collaborate with teams, engage customers, and prepare presentations while ensuring safe and ethical practices.

Requirements

  • Pursuing an MBA from an accredited college or university.
  • Previous work and classroom experience in a strategic marketing or product management role.
  • Intellectual curiosity: to learn, to ask questions.
  • Ability to perform financial analysis to help make business decisions.
  • Ability to influence multifunctional teams.
  • Ability to build strong relationships and to support product and marketing strategies to grow the business.
  • Personal Leadership: demonstrate initiative with the ability to work independently.
  • Proven ability to work in a highly demanding environment dealing with multiple priorities that require initiative, flexibility, and adaptability.
  • Strong execution and deadline focus.
  • A highly motivated self-starter.
  • Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all activities are conducted in a safe manner, at all times, and in compliance with the Hexion corporate HS&E policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for developing an in-depth knowledge of existing and new industries, customer products, and processes.
  • Identify growth opportunities for Hexion by working directly with existing and new customers, and internal commercial and technical leaders as the emergence of advanced technologies is realized.
  • Lead one or more growth projects/programs using the appropriate tools and resources, developing team charters, managing the stage gate review process, putting together project plans and communicating process to business stakeholders.
  • Responsible for market research to support internal and external Discovery (i.e., growth opportunity ideas - market segmentation, overall market trend analysis, technology trends, competitive analysis)
  • Provide business development support as needed for ongoing projects, gaining the voice of the customer, understanding unmet needs, developing the value proposition.
  • Work with a team of internal engineers and chemists to link products and technologies to customer unmet needs.
  • Prepare presentations/papers for internal and external customers focusing on technical value-added initiatives.
  • Engage associates from other functions and in the external market community to grow applications knowledge and capability.
  • Develop and communicate goals & objectives, together with the direct manager.
  • Model appropriate behavior for others to emulate, including behaving ethically, engaging others’ input, and providing development opportunities for others.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Strategic Marketing Intern (MBA level).

What company is offering this internship?

The internship is offered by Hexion, a global producer of adhesives and performance materials.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be pursuing an MBA from an accredited college or university and have previous work or classroom experience in a strategic marketing or product management role.

What are the main responsibilities of the Strategic Marketing Intern?

The intern will be responsible for developing market research, identifying growth opportunities, leading projects, collaborating with teams, and preparing presentations, among other duties.

Is prior work experience required for this internship?

Yes, previous work and classroom experience in strategic marketing or product management is required.

Who will the intern report to?

The intern will report to the VP of Strategic Marketing and New Business Development.

What type of skills are emphasized for this role?

Strong strategic marketing skills, the ability to perform financial analysis, influence multifunctional teams, and excellent communication and presentation skills are emphasized.

What are the working conditions for this internship?

The internship requires conducting activities in a safe manner in compliance with Hexion's corporate HS&E policies and procedures.

What kind of training and development opportunities does Hexion provide?

Hexion offers continuous training and certification opportunities to enable employees to advance their careers.

Will the intern have the opportunity to lead projects?

Yes, the intern is expected to lead at least one growth project and participate in multiple projects contributing to strategic marketing efforts.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Hexion is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer and is committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to various protected statuses.

What additional requirements are part of the hiring process?

Candidates must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation, and have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Are there any specific industry knowledge requirements for this role?

The role requires developing an in-depth knowledge of existing and new industries, customer products, and processes.

What is the deadline for applying for this internship?

The job description does not specify a deadline for applications; candidates are encouraged to apply through the career site.

Are there opportunities for networking within the role?

Yes, the intern will engage associates from other functions and the external market community to grow applications knowledge and capability.

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Hexion Inc.

We are Responsible Chemistry.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Inc. is a leading global producer of adhesives and performance materials. Hexion provides specialty products and technical support for customers in a diverse range of applications and industries, such as construction, furniture, energy and automotive.   Building on over a century of experience, Hexion is working to preserve the Earth’s natural resources, meet the needs of growing populations and respond to a changing climate.