Business Development Intern - Energy / Automotive - One Year

Company Description

At Robert Bosch, we specialize in Mobility Solutions, Consumer Goods, Industrial Technology, and Market Specific Solutions. We create technology that is “Invented for life.” We believe in innovation, sustainability, and putting our customers first. Our mission and vision is built upon our strong foundation of values. Bosch is recognized for technological excellence and continuously strives to make a positive impact on both industry and society. #LikeABosch

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support Bosch’s efforts on expanding in various sectors of the Canadian automotive and industrial markets. This internship offers hands-on experience in market development, stakeholder engagement, infrastructure project support, and event planning. The role provides experience supporting hydrogen and automotive aftermarket business development activities. It is ideal for candidates passionate about sustainability, energy, and innovative technologies.

This role will be a hybrid role working two days a week based out of the Robert Bosch Inc. Mississauga, ON office and the remaining of the week working remotely.

Rate of Pay: $22-$25/hour

Key Responsibilities:
The intern will assist the hydrogen and aftermarket business development teams with the following tasks:

1. Project Database Management
   • Maintain and update a structured database of hydrogen production, storage, and end-use projects across Canada.
   • Track project maturity, stakeholders, and technology pathways.
   • Prepare summaries and visualizations for internal reporting.
2. Market & Policy Research
   • Conduct ongoing research on Canadian clean hydrogen policy, incentive programs and regulatory changes
   • Summarize developments and assess potential impact on Bosch product offerings.
3. Stakeholder Mapping & Customer Requirements Management (CRM) Support
   • Assist in mapping key players in hydrogen project development, including developers, utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers, and Engineering firms.
   • Input and organize contact data in the Bosch CRM system to support outreach and project tracking.
4. Support Marketing Activities for Automotive Aftermarket Business Development
   • Assist in identifying and prospecting potential customers and market segments for Bosch’s automotive aftermarket products.
   • Help prepare quotations, basic business case inputs, and product documentation to support the sales team.
   • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support timely response to customer inquiries and Request for Quotations.
5. Tradeshow and Event Support
   • Help coordinate Bosch’s participation in Canadian trade shows and conferences.
   • Support preparation of marketing materials, booth logistics, and post-event follow-up.
6. Preparation of Presentations & Reports
   • Support creation of slide decks, status reports, and briefing materials for internal stakeholders and customer meetings.
7. General Administrative and Team Support
   • Organize files, notes, and assist with internal team communication and scheduling where applicable.
8. Tracking KPIs and Progress Metrics
   • Help monitor internal metrics on project funnel growth, market activity, and outreach impact.
9. Other tasks as required in alignment with the team managers

Qualifications

• Recent graduate within the last six months with a degree/diploma in STEM, Business, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Interest in Canadian energy and / or automotive markets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset but not required.

Additional Information

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. Freud Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.