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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Internship in Category Management & Trade Marketing (M/F/X) - January 2027 - (M/F/X)
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About this Position
Henkel Adhesive Technologies is a worldwide leader in bonding, sealing and surface treatments - thanks to our ambitious people. We create unique value for our clients, and our technologies can be found in many objects touching our lives every day. Our success is built on constant innovation and people who strive for excellence. Working at Henkel is much more than just a job. It's a passion. Have you got what it takes? Being an intern with Henkel is an ideal step in one's career. Henkel provides its interns with the ideal learning environment for their career in FMCG. We offer an internship within a growing, international company. The Marketing department works closely with Sales concerning the formulation and realization of the aims and strategies of our brands. Dare to make an impact?
What you´ll do
As a Category Management & Trade Marketing Intern, you will support the development and execution of strategies that drive category growth, shopper engagement, and sales performance.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Support Category Management projects, especially in DIY adhesives
- Help develop category strategies, including shelving, planograms, signage, and product navigation
- Support Trade Marketing and in-store promotional activities
- Track new product launches and promotions
- Analyze market, shopper, sales, and financial data to identify opportunities
- Analyze sales by brand, retailer, and share of shelf
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Category Management, and external agencies
- Help coordinate and monitor promotional and sales activities
- Support the development of trade programs aligned with sales strategies
What makes you a good fit
- Student or recent graduate in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field
- Strong interest in Marketing, Category Management, and FMCG
- Analytical and comfortable working with data and numbers
- Proactive, organized, and solution-oriented team player
- Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent knowledge of English and French; Dutch is a plus
- Eligible to work and stay in Belgium for a 6-month internship starting in January 2027
Some perks of joining Henkel
- An exciting and educational full-time opportunity in an international FMCG organization.
- The possibility to support concrete and business-relevant projects with a lot of responsibilities and development opportunities.
- Be part of a fun and dynamic team, with events and activities being organized on a regular basis.
- A competitive internship allowance, to help cover your expenses.
- 10 days of holidays per 6 months and the possibility to work from home 40% of the time
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26101186
Job Locations: Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Brussels
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.benelux@henkel.com
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes, simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please! Henkel is an international company, and you will be collaborating with colleagues from around the world. That is why English is our official company language.
As a general guideline, we recommend writing your application in the same language as the job advertisement. This helps ensure clarity and consistency throughout the recruitment process.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Every role at Henkel is unique and so is every candidate.
Finding the right match matters, not just for us, but for you. We are committed to ensuring that both the candidate and the company are a great fit for one another. Candidates can always check the status of their application in their application profile.
Throughout the entire recruitment process, we will keep you informed and provide feedback at every stage. Your journey with Henkel starts with transparency and mutual respect.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes. Our “Triple Two” philosophy is designed to do just that by encouraging top talent to work in at least two different roles, in two distinct business areas, and in two different countries.
Why do we promote this? Because we believe that diverse experiences across functions and locations are key to your development and will help you gain a holistic understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team is here to help with any questions or requests you may have throughout the application process.
Feel free to reach out to the team here. We are happy to assist you!