Summer 2027 Intern - Associate Brand Manager - MBA (Burlington, MA)

Burlington, MA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New Grad3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 days ago

Job Summary

Own and drive a summer brand project end-to-end, supported by a Project Lead and Mentor, while transforming data into insights and collaborating across functions to shape brand strategy and present to senior leaders.

  • Own and drive your individual summer brand project end-to-end, from initial scoping through final presentation to senior leaders.
  • Transform data into insights to uncover actionable recommendations and inform strategic direction.
  • Collaborate across Marketing, Consumer Insights, Finance, Innovation, Sales, and Operations to build a well-rounded business perspective.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • As an intern, you will be assigned a project designed to stretch your analytical and strategic thinking . Throughout the summer you will develop and strengthen key managerial competencies with support from a dedicated Project Lead and Mentor .
  • TRANSFORM DATA TO INSIGHTS
  • - Dive into brand, industry, and consumer data to  identify  business issues and opportunities. L earn how to use multiple data sources ( i ncluding tools such as  IRI, Numerator , and YouGov) t o uncover actionable insights and develop evidence-backed strategic recommendations ; and t hrive with support from your Data Buddy , a dedicated resource for you throughout the program .
  • GENERATE FUEL FOR GROWTH
  • Own and drive your individual summer brand project end-to-end, from  initial  scoping through final presentation to senior leaders. Work collaboratively with your Project Lead and cross-functional partners to shape your approach, build your story, and develop a fully formed strategic recommendation. Projects span areas such as brand strategy, innovation, digital shelf, consumer insights, and go-to-market planning.
  • CHAMPION CONSUMER OBSESSED BRAND BUILDING
  • Develop your understanding of the consumer : who they are, what they need, and how our brands can serve them better. Translate consumer insights into clear, actionable implications that inform your brand project recommendations. Begin building a working knowledge of brand equity fundamentals and what sets our brands apart in the marketplace.
  • SHAPE BRAND STRATEGY
  • Contribute to brand planning conversations and  assist  in developing materials that bring your recommendations to life. Gain exposure to annual brand planning, budgeting processes, strategic frameworks and cross-functional brand alignment under the guidance of your Project Lead.
  • AMPLIFY IMPACT WITH CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a two-year, full-time MBA program; must be between your 1st and 2nd year (expected graduation the year following the internship)
  • 3–6 years of full-time, post-undergraduate professional experience
  • Strong analytical aptitude — able to work with data and translate findings into stories and strategic action
  • Proficiency  in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment
  • WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
  • Our ideal intern brings a general manager and challenger mindset with a passion for our brands and our consumers. We evaluate interns across two dimensions:
  • The "What" — Results
  • - Analytical rigor — synthesizes data and develops insight-driven, strategic recommendations
  • - Framing & storytelling — frames recommendations into a persuasive, clear narrativ e

Preferred

  • Marketing concentration is not required  but is a plus
  • CPG, beverage, or brand marketing experience is a plus
  • Experience with syndicated marketing research databases (e.g.,  Circana /IRI, Numerator, YouGov, Mintel) is a plus

Benefits

  • COACHING & FEEDBACK
  • - Consistent mentorship and feedback throughout the program
  • - Coaching & support from former interns
  • - Mid-point & final performance evaluations
  • HOLISTIC MARKETING TRAINING
  • - Marketing fundamentals
  • - Analytics & financials
  • - Consumer insights
  • - Operations & route-to-market
  • - Leadership & influencing skills
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Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue in excess of $14.1 billion and nearly 28,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company’s portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott's®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers. The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability. For more information, visit, www.keurigdrpepper.com.

Founded in 1981
Burlington, Massachusetts, USA
13K employees (1,413 in marketing)
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