Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Intern (m/f/d)

eRC-System GmbH; München; Vor Ort; EUR 22.320 - 33.480; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Opportunities for further training

EGYM Wellpass membership

Attractive salary package

Modern office equipment

Regular team events

Zusammenfassung

A Munich-based aerospace startup is seeking a Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Intern to support its Commercial Team. You will work closely with the VP of Business Development and engage in market research, strategy refinement, and customer interactions. Ideal candidates are studying at a top-tier university and are available for at least 3 months full-time. This role offers exposure to strategic decision-making and a modern working environment in the exciting field of electrified aviation.

Qualifikationen

• Currently studying towards a degree at a top-tier university.
• Gained first experience through projects or internships in consulting or startups.
• Strong interest in aerospace, defense, or deep tech.
• Available for a minimum of 3 months full-time.

Aufgaben

• Support the VP of Business Development in refining strategy.
• Prepare briefings, presentations, and decision memos.
• Assist in customer engagements and ongoing projects.
• Support planning and execution of product demonstrations.
• Maintain structured overviews of leads and collaboration projects.

Kenntnisse

Communicative team player

Analytical mindset

Solid organization skills

Strong communication skills

MS Office skills

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

Studying towards a degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or similar

Jobbeschreibung

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Intern (m/f/d)

Vision

We elevate critical missions.

Mission

Engineering the leading electrified aviation platform - made in Europe for those who protect, serve, and sustain what matters most.

Our Company

ERC System is a Munich-based aviation startup that develops electrified aviation solutions for the most critical missions . The company’s hybrid-electric aircraft take off vertically like helicopters, but fly forward wing-borne, like airplanes . They provide high speeds, long ranges, and cost-efficient operations for patient, passenger, and cargo transport. ERC’s flagship product is a crewed, hybrid-electric lift-and-cruise aircraft optimized for interhospital patient transport.

Founded in 2020 by experienced aerospace professionals, ERC currently has approximately 60 employees and is backed by aerospace powerhouse IABG , a leading provider of testing and certification services for aircraft, spacecraft, and defense solutions. The team focuses on heads-down engineering, capital-efficient development, and designing aircraft that fulfill highest customer and regulatory requirements. Further Information on: www.erc-system.com

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Intern (m/f/d)

Your Mission

At ERC, we understand that bringing disruption to the aerospace industry requires a strong understanding of our future customers’ needs and priorities. We work closely with customers and strategic partners to validate use cases, shape market entry strategies, and demonstrate the real-world impact of our electrified aviation solutions through targeted engagements, product demonstrations, and industry presence.

As Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Intern (m/f/d) , you will support the Commercial Team in translating strategic intent into concrete action. Working closely with the Vice President of Business Development and in collaboration with Product, Operations, and Communications, you will contribute to business development initiatives and partnership activities. Your role combines hands-on support with analytical work, providing exposure to strategic decision-making, partner collaboration, and market-facing activities at the intersection of technology and commercial execution.

Your Profile

You are currently studying towards a degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or similar at a top-tier university , ideally at the end of your bachelor’s degree or currently studying towards your master’s.

You have gained first experience through projects or internships in consulting, strategy departments, high-growth startups, or in similarly fast-paced environments.

You have first experience or a strong, demonstrable interest in fields such as aerospace, defense, or deep tech.

You are a communicative team player with an analytical mindset , solid organization skills and a bias towards execution.

You pair strong communication skills , both written and verbal, with excellent practical MS Office skills.

Fluency in English is a must, working proficiency in German is a plus.

Your citizenship or visa status allows you to work legally in Germany.

You are available for a minimum of 3 months (full-time).

Your Tasks

What you’ll do in your day-to-day:

Support the Vice President of Business Development in refining the business development strategy, including market research, competitor analysis, and strategic opportunity assessments across priority segments.

Prepare briefings, presentations, and decision memos for internal strategy discussions, customer meetings, and partner engagements.

Assist in the preparation and follow-up of customer engagements and ongoing collaboration projects with strategic partners, including basic project tracking and coordination support.

Support the planning and execution of product demonstrations, trade fairs, and industry events in close coordination with relevant teams.

Contribute to the development and refinement of market-facing assets such as pitch decks, demo narratives, and use-case descriptions.

Maintain structured overviews of leads, partners, collaboration projects, events, and ongoing Business Development activities.

Provide occasional support for market communications, including social media updates and light content creation, as a secondary responsibility.

What We Offer

Innovation, security, and growth: take on an important role in a financially stable European aerospace startup that is setting new standards.

Modern working environment: hybrid working, a modern office in Ottobrunn, and top-of-the-line ergonomic equipment.

Development & Benefits: Opportunities for further training, EGYM Wellpass membership, and an attractive salary package.

Team & culture: experience true startup spirit with flat hierarchies, fast decision-making processes, and regular team events.

Why Join Now?

We work with the strongest rescue and defense partners in Europe and are supported by our strategic investor IABG.

You will join our startup of approximately 60 employees during a crucial growth phase.

You will contribute to the realization of an electrified aircraft for the most critical missions, from patient transport to military cargo transport.

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ERC System is committed to diversity and equal opportunity – we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds!