Retail Strategy & Insights Intern — Summer Impact

Marzetti Company; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marzetti Company is seeking a Retail Sales Strategy & Insights Intern for its 12-week Summer Internship Program in Columbus, OH. The role provides hands-on experience in sales strategy, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration across Marketing and Retail Sales.

Current undergraduates in Business Administration, Marketing, or Business Analytics will gain practical exposure to onboarding, customer insights, and data-driven decision making while contributing to real projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in Business Administration, Marketing, or Business Analytics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution.
• Detail-oriented and data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assess department needs during onboarding and support a key project aligned with current business priorities
• Evaluate retail growth opportunities for key customers and develop actionable recommendations
• Analyze pricing and promotional effectiveness to identify opportunities for improved promotional planning
• Support the development of customer scorecards and standardized business reviews
• Assess white space and distribution opportunities and help develop compelling customer sell‑in stories
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners, including Retail Sales and Marketing
• Participate in team, business, and cross‑functional meetings to gain exposure to sales strategies and priorities
• Present project insights, findings, and recommendations to key stakeholders

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Teamwork

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Undergraduate in Business Administration/Marketing/Business Analytics

Job description

Marzetti Company is seeking a Retail Sales Strategy & Insights Intern for its 12-week Summer Internship Program in Columbus, OH. The role provides hands-on experience in sales strategy, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration across Marketing and Retail Sales.

Current undergraduates in Business Administration, Marketing, or Business Analytics will gain practical exposure to onboarding, customer insights, and data-driven decision making while contributing to real projects.