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.
Internship Digital Business Development – Industrial IoT Solutions
Apply for this role
About this Position
LOCTITE Pulse is Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ digital solution portfolio targeting the predictive maintenance market across various industries. In this internship, you will support the roll-out of innovative IIoT solutions and contribute to establishing sustainable growth for this new portfolio. You will work in an agile innovation unit while gaining valuable exposure to a global business environment.
What you´ll do
- Support the roll-out of LOCTITE Pulse digital solutions across different industries
- Contribute to both strategic and operational tasks, from sales support to developing growth strategies
- Build business cases to demonstrate the value and impact of new and existing solutions
- Assist the Customer Success team in handling customer inquiries, alarm tracking, and reporting to generate measurable success cases and value reports
- Drive rapid prototyping and automation development through vibe coding, leveraging AI tools to build scripts, prototypes, and simple tools while collaborating closely with engineering and business teams
- Analyze markets for smart maintenance solutions and derive relevant insights to enable better data‑driven decision‑making
- Prepare marketing campaigns and accompany the customer journey
- Partake in implementation projects of IIoT applications, from initial customer contact to activation in the LOCTITE Pulse App
- Identify improvement opportunities in internal processes and derive practical solutions
What makes you a good fit
- Student who is currently enrolled in a business administration, engineering, or a related program
- First practical experience in business development, data analytics, digital solutions, IoT, or related areas is a plus
- Fluent English skills, both written and spoken; German is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
- Proactive team player with a structured working style
- Hands-on mindset with a strong willingness to learn
- Interest in digital business models, AI-powered tools, IoT technologies, and innovative solutions
- Availability for a full-time internship at our headquarters in Düsseldorf, starting September 2026 for a duration of six months, ideally
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Attractive Remuneration
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
- Global Experience
- Interns Community
We offer you an attractive salary between € 1050-2270. The exact amount of the remuneration depends on the desired duration, the type of internship (voluntary or mandatory) and existing degrees.
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, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.
JOB ID: 26092760
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com
Please do not use this email address for sending your application or CV. To apply, please click on the "Apply for this role" button below. Applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted.
Application Deadline: As long as the vacancy is listed on our Career Site, we are happy to receive your application
Job-Center: If you have an application already, you can create or log in to your account here to check the status of your application. In case of new account creation, please use your email address that you applied with.
About Henkel
FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
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, our recommendation is to 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 are 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 our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. 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 in 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.
If I have questions regarding my application, who do I contact?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.