Founders Associate Internship (m/f/d)

Intern / Student, Full-time · Berlin

Your mission
Join us in changing an entire industry

To disrupt the status quo, we are seeking motivated hustlers, optimistic go-getters, and versatile thinkers with the passion and determination to reach for the stars together. The procurement industry is undergoing the "iPhone Moment” led by Mercanis and after receiving our 10 million USD seed round, you have the opportunity to be a disruptor early on in this exciting journey. 


Your Stellar Role

  • Strategic Orchestrator: You co-coordinate and execute our business growth strategy in tandem with our founders and management team 
  • Innovation Steward: You take ownership of strategically significant projects from idea generation to prototyping to operational execution and iteration  
  • Operational Maestro: You help to streamline and professionalize major parts of our value chain by continuously improving processes, defining performance benchmarks, and implementing the business infrastructure to lay the foundations for a strong growth 
  • Project Pioneer: You lead your own projects by creating and sticking to comprehensive schedules, liaising with other stakeholders/departments, and continuously analyzing/presenting your data 
  • Versatility Virtuoso: You are a jack of all trades and provide valuable input to topics concerning product development, process implementation, performance marketing and sales 
  • Market Maven: You conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs
Your profile
Requirements:

  • You are currently pursuing or already have a Bachelor's or Master´s degree in Business, Economics, or any comparable subject from a university or business school.  
  • You have first work experience in demanding, fast-paced environments (e.g., consulting, investment banking, high-growth startups, etc.) 
  • You are proactive and have a self-starter mindset with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills 
  • You have exceptional analytical skills and a strong attention to detail, as well as a hands-on attitude 
  • You are excited to tackle complex business situations and feel comfortable to prove yourself in any situation 
  • You thrive in ambiguity and don’t crack under pressure of a demanding environment 
  • You enjoy working independently, are not afraid of lots of responsibility and you strive for greatness in personal as well as professional development 
  • You’re business fluent in German and English 
Why us?
Benefits:

  • Work closely with experienced and successful serial entrepreneurs who support your professional and personal development through mentoring 
  • Berlin's best learning experience: Grow through challenges as we trust and empower our employees 
  • Mercanis is the place for your own ideas with a sparring approach to create impact 
  • Appreciation for your work, joint growth with your peers, and lively interaction with the team and customers 
  • Regular team events - we celebrate birthdays and successes together! 
  • Healthy snacks and drinks – because we care for your wellbeing 
  • Exclusive networking opportunities in the Berlin startup world 
  • Competitive salary 
About us
About Us 

Agentic AI Procurement Suite – Procurement of Tomorrow


At Mercanis, we have a clear mission: to shape the procurement of tomorrow – digital, transparent, and intelligent.


Our Agentic AI Procurement Suite digitalizes the entire procurement process – from demand to supplier management and contract signing. Through the use of AI, operational tasks are fully automated, allowing procurement departments to focus on strategic matters. In this way, we create efficient structures, reduce manual efforts, and promote seamless collaboration along the entire supply chain. Our vision: transparent processes, time-optimized automations, and sustainable supplier relationships that deliver real value.


With over $30 million in Series A funding, supported by leading investors such as Patech, Average Vantage Point, and Speedinvest, we are well-positioned to continue expanding our vision. Since our founding, we’ve been working with a passionate team to shape the future of procurement. We are convinced: this is just the beginning.


That’s why we are looking for ambitious new team members and creative minds who are ready to take bold new steps with us and shape the future of procurement.

Your application!
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