Job Description
Internship – 2026 MBA Business Development/Marketing Intern – Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG)
The role of MBA Business Development/Marketing Intern is intended to start in Summer 2026.
Interns work on projects that represent real challenges faced by 3M’s business units and mirror the work conducted by full-time members of the department. Through networking and corporate-sponsored events, interns are exposed to many facets of 3M.
An internship is a temporary position within 3M. Interns typically work a full-time schedule throughout a 10-12 week assignment. This position is limited to working 899 hours per service credit year.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military environments to a 3M career.
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
About the Transportation & Electronics Business Group
In 3M’s Transportation & Electronics Business Group, we are solving tough customer challenges to advance a connected world. We focus on a diverse range of products across different industry verticals like Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Semiconductor, Data Center, and Energy. Come be a part of what is next.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As an MBA Business Development/Marketing Intern in our Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG), you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
Gaining hands-on experience by working on projects that represent real challenges
Taking advantage of initial and ongoing training opportunities and exposure to senior leadership
Developing and displaying effective project management skills
Positioning yourself for a potential career at 3M
Each internship will differ based on the team where the intern is placed. Projects can include any or all the following focus areas:
Strategy Development: positioning strategy; brand strategy; value propositions; channel strategy; pricing strategy
Consumer and Market Insights/Assessment: trend analysis; segmentation; customer insights; competitive analysis; brand analysis; digital marketing analysis
Financial Analysis: research, analyze and identify key insights from assessing internal and external data
Data & Analytics: data analytics tools and methodologies; data visualization; predictive modeling; data-driven decision making
Marketing Content Planning: message development; digital marketing and social media integration; creative strategy
Execution & Project Management: program implementation; manage resources; develop and track performance metrics
Business Operations: process optimization; performance metrics and dashboards; system and process implementation; cross-functional collaboration; report preparation and presentation.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree, or higher, from an accredited institution
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
Previously obtained a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited institution
Completed a minimum of one semester by the start of the internship
Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Completion of two of the required classes in the major, minor or concentration
Work location:
St. Paul, Minnesota
This Role has on-site working model, with the employee working at least four (4) days a week in the office at 3M Center, located in Maplewood, MN. Maplewood, MN is primary location. However, potential for other locations across the US.
3M provides eligible interns with a housing and transportation stipend in accordance with current policy.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
Chat with Max
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