Austria, Vienna, Henkel Consumer Brands

Henkel GCC; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Canteen/ meal allowance

Global wellbeing standards

Diverse growth opportunities

Buddy system

Job summary

Henkel GCC in Vienna is offering a compulsory six-month internship in Category Management and Shopper Marketing starting November 2026. You will work on daily operations, own projects, and engage with cross-border teams to shape strategy and analyze shopper behavior.

The role requires active business administration students with strong PowerPoint/Excel skills and excellent English communication. The program features a hybrid work model and growth opportunities within Henkel.

Qualifications

• Active student of business administration focusing on marketing/sales; first practical experience is a plus.
• Strong MS-Office proficiency, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Involve in daily operations and own projects in Category Management and Shopper/Trade Marketing.
• Interact daily in an international environment across countries and cultures.
• Contribute to visibility and attractiveness of the Henkel assortment.
• Support implementation and development of category/ shopper marketing strategies, incl. analyzing shopper behavior and panel data, and preparing meetings.
• Analyze shopper and market trends to derive business recommendations and shape cross-country decisions.
• Communicate with local country teams and functions across Europe.

Skills

MS-Office

PowerPoint

Excel

English communication

Team player

Analytical thinking

Self-driven

Proactive

Education

Active student of business administration

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

MS-Office

Job description

Compulsory Internship Category Management & Shopper Marketing Europe (d/f/m) - Starting November2026

Join our dynamic Commercial Excellence team and drive innovation and collaboration across Europe.

What you´ll do

• Active involvement in daily operations with the opportunity to take ownership of individual projects in Category Management as well as Shopper and Trade Marketing
• Working in an international environment with daily interaction across multiple countries and cultures
• Contributing to the visibility and attractiveness of the Henkel assortment
• Supporting the implementation and further development of the overall strategy in Category Management and Shopper Marketing (including analyzing shopper behavior and paneldata as well as preparation for internal and external meetings)
• Analyzing shopper and market trends to derive business recommendations and shape cross‑country strategic decisions
• Active communication with local country teams and functions across Europe

What makes you a good fit

• Active student of business administration with focus on marketing/sales; first practical experience is a plus
• Firm knowledge of MS-Office applications, especially PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent communication skills in English language
• Good team player with ability to plan work and set priorities
• Capacity to work in an international environment, self-driven, proactive and goal-oriented personality
• Analytical skills, reliability and high level of self organization to handle projects independently of advantage

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Full-time compulsory internship for a period of 6 months, Start in November 2026
• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Buddy system
• Canteen/ meal allowance
• Medical care and sports activites
• Events and special discounts
• A gross monthly salary of €1.649,- on a full-time basis

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.

How is work at Henkel

About Henkel

Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
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.

The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?

Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.

Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?

Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company is a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.

Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?

Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.

Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?

Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here .

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