Product Strategy & Business Development Intern | Climate Tech Startup

tozero is Europe's leading deep-tech startup specializing in the recycling of lithium-ion batteries. Committed to accelerating decarbonization and transforming the material life-cycle, we’re actively crafting sustainable recycling solutions for a cleaner and more innovative future. ️

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to support our Business Development teams and work directly with Zac Qiu, our Senior Business Developer.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced startup environment while contributing to exciting projects that shape the future of battery recycling.

Tasks

Your tasks and responsibilites : How to sell our recycled lithium?!

• Assist in the design of new product portfolio related to battery recycling and commodities.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform product development strategies.
• Support the pricing strategy by analyzing costs, market data, and customer feedback to propose competitive pricing models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to gather insights and ensure alignment on product offerings.
• Participate in business development initiatives, including identifying potential partners and stakeholders for collaboration.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to the team.
• Engage in various tasks to support the overall business development process, including outreach to potential clients and partners.

Requirements

What you need to succeed

• Experience in product development and pricing at a startup is preferred.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen interest in product development and market dynamics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently manage tasks.
• A passion for sustainability and a genuine interest in the recycling and cleantech sectors.

Benefits

At tozero, we believe in providing a supportive and enriching work environment to help our team achieve top performance

• Free Snacks and Drinks in the Office : Stay energized throughout the day with a variety of snacks and beverages.
• Jobticket : Conveniently commute to work and all around Germany with our fully subsidized Deutschlandticket.
• Dynamic Startup Environment : Thrive in a highly dynamic startup culture, collaborating with experts in the field and contributing to innovative projects that shape the future.

How to apply

• Just send us your portfolio (CV is enough). If your profile matches our expectations, we will get back to you with an invitation for a get-to-know call.
• In the second round you will work on a small business case and present your results to Zac Qiu (Senior Business Developer).
• Lastly, you can meet Sarah, our CEO and Co-Founder, to fully understand the vision of tozero and address remaining questions.

Ideally, you are available for a six month internship.

About us in short :

Europe’s first startup recycling lithium ion batteries

On a mission to build a scalable lithium-ion battery recycling machine to recover the critical materials inside, like lithium, nickel, cobalt, and graphite in a sustainable way

Raised our €3.5m pre-seed round to build our first prototype plant in Munich, Germany

Started in summer 2022 and already representing 10+ nationalities!

Our Values

Be Proud : Taking pride in our work, celebrating team successes, and upholding high quality standards

Step Up : Taking initiative, going extra mile, adaptability, stepping up for the team, and being proactive

Scale : Passion for growth, driving our innovation, aiming for efficiency and agility, and staying along the way.