Mercury Marine: Product Management Intern – Oils & Lubricants

Brunswick Corporation; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation, headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is seeking a Product Management Intern for Oils & Lubricants within Mercury Marine. The role focuses on competitive market research, dealer catalogs, and compelling product descriptions, collaborating across departments to support daily operations of oils categories.

The internship offers hands-on experience in the marine industry, with exposure to marine engines, parts, and oils, and requires a full-time schedule May–December 2027.

Qualifications

• Student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business, product management, marketing, or CPG in retail
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required
• Proficient Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
• Data analysis and insights presentation skills
• Project management experience or skills (preferred)
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
• Availability to work full-time (40+ hours per week) May–December 2027

Responsibilities

• Support daily product management activities including creation of collateral like website content and sell sheets
• Conduct competitive analysis across product lines (5Ps)
• Perform market assessments to identify growth opportunities
• Maintain pricing data and cross-reference lists
• Update product images and descriptions for Mercury and Quicksilver parts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, customers, and dealers
• Analyze industry trends and competitor data for product line enhancements
• Present recommendations for product improvements in a final presentation

Skills

MS Office

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Project management (preferred)

Full-time availability May–Dec 2027

Education

Bachelor's degree pursuit in business/PM/marketing/CPG in retail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Product Management Intern – Oils & Lubricants

Location: Plant 03- Fond Du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Onsite

Travel Required: No

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range: $18.00-27.50

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: Yes

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Position Overview

As part of the talented Mercury Marine Parts & Accessories business team, you will be responsible for conducting competitive market research, identifying market gaps, developing dealer catalogs, and creating compelling product descriptions and content. This position will also collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support daily operations of the parts and oils categories.

Strong communication skills are essential, as the role involves regular interaction with various departments, divisions, suppliers, and customers. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the dynamic marine industry, with exposure to marine engines, parts, and oils.

Essential Functions

• Support daily product management activities, including the creation of product collateral such as website content and sell sheets, SKU rationalization, sales reporting, and product assortment analysis.
• Conduct competitive analysis across various product lines by evaluating the 5Ps: pricing, product, promotion, positioning, and placement in online markets.
• Perform market assessments to identify new growth opportunities and assist in business development initiatives.
• Maintain and update cross‑reference lists, pricing data, and competitive positioning insights.
• Assist in updating product images and descriptions to help dealers and retail customers accurately identify and purchase Mercury and Quicksilver parts.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, customers, and dealers to support product‑related initiatives.
• Analyze industry trends and competitor data to identify opportunities for product line enhancements.
• Review current product offerings and present recommendations for improvement in a final presentation.

Required Qualifications

• Student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business, product management, marketing, or CPG in retail
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required
• Proficient Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building and maintaining productive working relationships
• Proficiency in data analysis and management, with the ability to present findings clearly and effectively
• Project management experience or skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines (preferred)
• Ability to collect, analyze, and derive insights from market and consumer data
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
• Availability to work full‑time (40 or more hours per week) during the the months May through December of 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical and business aptitude and familiarity with the marine and/or powersports businesses is preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Hardworking, enthusiastic, and self‑motivated personality

Working Conditions

• Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands‑on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real‑world tasks.
• Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co‑ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.
• Hours: Co‑ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40‑hour work week
• Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co‑op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury Marine

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company’s industry‑leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser® sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft® electronics, Land ’N’ Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver® parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.

EEO and Diversity

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] for support.

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