About the role#
As an Innovation Intern for the pet market, you will explore consumer insights and market trends to help shape future products. You will work alongside professionals in marketing, sales, and research to turn ideas into solutions for pets and their owners. This role offers hands-on experience in product development and business strategy.
What you'll do#
- Research market trends and consumer needs within the pet industry.
- Analyze data to support new product and marketing initiatives.
- Collaborate with teams like R&D and Sales to evaluate new concepts.
- Investigate product claims, features, and market positioning.
- Help build consumer empathy by studying the experiences and challenges of pet parents.
- Create recommendations and presentations that inform business strategy.
- Coordinate with external agencies and research partners on various projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Psychology, or Business with a marketing focus.
- Completion of at least two marketing classes.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience with competitive or market analysis.
- Ability to work independently when required.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Muscatine, Iowa.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- Travel is expected to be less than 5 percent.
About KENT WORLDWIDE
KENT WORLDWIDE operates in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. The company produces ag-based specialty ingredients and consumer products. It maintains headquarters in Muscatine, Iowa. Founded in 1927, the firm remains family-owned and employs 618 people.
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