Founders Associate Internship (m/f/d)

Praktikum/Werkstudium, Vollzeit · Berlin

Your mission at Mercanis

Als Founders Associate bei Mercanis arbeitest du direkt mit unseren Team Leads und dem Management-Team zusammen und erhältst einen 360°-Einblick in den Alltag eines schnell wachsenden SaaS-Unternehmens. Du unterstützt operative Exzellenz und strategische Projekte, die das Wachstum von Mercanis vorantreiben. Dieses Praktikum bietet dir eine einzigartige Gelegenheit, von erfahrenen Gründern zu lernen, früh Verantwortung zu übernehmen und einen echten Beitrag zu unserer Unternehmensentwicklung zu leisten.

Your Responsibilities on this 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

Role 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 organisational 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 to join us here at Mercanis?

At Mercanis, your career development is a priority—expect continuous learning, vibrant teamwork, and the chance to make a real impact from day one.

Our Benefits:
In addition to autonomy and tremendous growth potential with serial entrepreneurs and an experienced team, here are some other great benefits waiting for you:

A Strong Company Culture: We foster a culture defined by team spirit, entrepreneurial thinking, and mutual respect.
Attractive Compensation Package: Enjoy a highly competitive salary with above-average remuneration.
Modern Tools: Whether you prefer Mac or Windows, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment that suits your working style.
Responsibility & Creative Freedom: Take ownership of your role and enjoy the freedom to innovate.
Flexible Work Environment: Benefit from flat hierarchies in a vibrant office located in the beautiful heart of Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg).
Team Spirit & Events: From team lunches and sports activities to celebrating our successes, you’ll enjoy regular team and company events with great networking opportunities.
Healthy & Energising Snacks: Stay fueled with a variety of healthy snacks.
A Supportive Atmosphere: We promote a productive yet relaxed work environment that encourages you to continuously develop and grow with us.

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About us

We are an Agentic AI Procurement Suite – Leading the 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 digitalises 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-optimised automations, and sustainable supplier relationships that deliver real value.

With over $30 million in Series A funding, supported by leading investors such as Partech, Atlantic Vantage Point (AVP), 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.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities—regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or ability—as part of our commitment to a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process.

We know the impostor syndrome can sometimes hold back incredible talent, so if you're doubting yourself, don’t. We genuinely want to hear from you, and encourage you to apply.

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