What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Research Intern position at Rehau, Incorporated?
Overview
REHAU is the premium worldwide brand for polymer-based innovations and systems in construction, automotive and industry. You encounter our systems every day, without noticing them. While they may be invisible, their benefit is always tangible. More than 20,000 employees at 170 locations worldwide apply their expertise and innovative capabilities to ensure the continuous growth of our independent privately held company.
People drive REHAU. To us, fostering the development of a diverse group of employees is of central significance. We will advance your career if you are willing to perform and display a readiness to apply yourself. REHAU’s Americas Region operations include manufacturing plants, distribution centers and sales offices located across North, Central and South America.
Responsibilities
REHAU Incorporated, a leading international polymer manufacturer, is seeking a highly analytical and creative Market Innovations Intern for our Innovations Hub at our Americas Region Headquarters in Leesburg, VA. We are looking for an innovative intern with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team. As a market research intern, you will collaborate with our technical experts and marketing teams to help shape the future of the REHAU Group. Your insightful contribution will help develop, expand and maintain our new products. This 12-week paid summer internship will help you acquire the business skills and experience needed to enter any fast-paced work environment. Due to the pandemic, this position will be available as hybrid this summer.
Additional job responsibilities for the Market Innovations Intern include:
- Participate regularly in brainstorming sessions for the development of new products
- Perform market analysis and help identify new business opportunities/models
- Conduct market research within our industries to identify new market trends
- Assist with creating business cases for new products
- Conduct competitor analysis studies
Qualifications
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering or a related field
- Knowledge and experience using a variety of research techniques
- Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
- Experience within innovation, project management or a similar field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Outstanding time management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work well independently and on a team
- Willingness to learn, think creatively and execute quickly
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
REHAU is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, gender, physical or other disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
