Leaps Summer Associate Intern

Bayer

Sep 24

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Consulting
Business, Operations & Strategy
Cambridge

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an MBA or a graduate degree with emphasis in strategy, finance, agronomy, biology, or chemistry;
In-depth study or experience with biology, chemistry, agronomy, foodtech and/or digital agriculture;
Build financial models, pro forma cap tables, map out resources, risks and operational implications for agriculture business and enable comparisons to current and future competitors;
2+ years’ experience with strategic planning, market research, financial modeling or portfolio management, required;
Strong quantitative analytical skills and training;
Demonstrated ability in reducing complex concepts and putting innovation ideas to practice;
Results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency;
Excellent communication skills: written, verbal and presentation.
Strong ability to influence and motivate people through formal & informal channels;
Experience working in a financial investment institution (VC, private equity, etc);
2+ years with a top-tier management consulting or financial services firm;
Knowledge and experience of intellectual property.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Summer Intern within our Leaps Crop Science team.
As part of a focused internship program aimed at MBAs and PhDs, you will be joining a team of high-performing MBAs, PhDs and technologists that is constantly looking for new ways of conducting business, engaging our customers, modernizing our platforms and applying data and analytics.
The ability to couple business opportunities with breakthrough technologies lends itself to a unique opportunity within our organization.
Reporting to the Director of Venture Investments for Leaps, you will be assigned two discrete, high-visibility projects focused on leveraging existing Bayer Crop Science assets to look into new emerging fields of digital, biotech, chemistry, and agronomy to identify new investment opportunities to be presented to a panel of senior leadership at the end of the summer.
You will also be assigned a senior management-mentor in Global Strategy, and will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders across Climate Corp, R&D, supply chain, customer operation and customer care to evaluate internal areas of disruption through external investment.
You are expected to challenge the status quo, reimagine business processes wearing the lenses of a disruptive innovator.
To be successful, you will develop relationships with a wide range of decision makers, technologists and innovators to build use cases and new portfolio opportunities.

FAQs

What educational qualifications are required for the Leaps Summer Associate Intern position?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an MBA or a graduate degree with an emphasis in strategy, finance, agronomy, biology, or chemistry.

What kind of projects will I work on during the internship?

Interns will be assigned two discrete, high-visibility projects aimed at leveraging Bayer Crop Science assets to explore new investment opportunities in fields such as digital, biotech, chemistry, and agronomy.

Who will I report to during my internship?

You will report to the Director of Venture Investments for Leaps.

Will I have mentorship during my internship?

Yes, you will be assigned a senior management mentor in Global Strategy.

Is prior experience in financial investment institutions preferred?

Yes, experience working in financial investment institutions such as venture capital or private equity is preferred.

What skills are necessary for the Leaps Summer Associate Intern position?

Strong quantitative analytical skills, financial modeling expertise, results-oriented mindset, and excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills are required.

Where will the internship be located?

The internship will be located in either Cambridge, Massachusetts, or San Francisco, California.

What kind of work environment can I expect during the internship?

You can expect to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including decision-makers and technologists, in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Does Bayer provide any benefits to interns?

Yes, Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs for its interns.

Are individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply?

Yes, Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities.

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Science for a better life

Science & Healthcare

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Mission & Purpose

Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. Our products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life. At the same time, we aim to create value through innovation, growth and high earning power. Our products help address some of today’s biggest challenges, including global population growth, an aging society and the need to make efficient – and, wherever possible, sustainable – use of natural resources. In line with our mission “Bayer: Science For A Better Life,” we aim to improve people’s quality of life by preventing, alleviating or curing diseases. We also help provide an adequate supply of high-quality food, feed and renewable plant-based raw materials. For these endeavors, we focus on developing and successfully commercializing innovative products and solutions based on scientific knowledge.