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Strategy & Corporate Development Intern

Highline Warren

Memphis, TN • On-site

Internship

Posted 8 days ago

Highline Warren rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Strategy Intern Job Description
Who We Are
Highline Warren is a vertically integrated distributor of maintenance consumables with unmatched access to the North American market. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, the company operates 21 distribution and manufacturing facilities across North America, offering more than 30,000 products to over 10,000 customers.
Highline Warren provides access to over 400 trusted brands � including national, owned, and private label products � and serves as a strategic manufacturing partner to top retailers across North America. With industry-leading fill rates and a strategic network that reaches 99% of the U.S. population within two days, the company simplifies the supply chain for its customers. Employing more than 1,700 teammates, Highline Warren is driven by people powered performance. For more information, visit our website at www.HighlineWarren.com .
Internship Location: Memphis, TN, Naperville, IL, or Omaha, NE
Setting: Hybrid: Monday � Thursday Onsite, Friday Remote Flexibility
Duration: May-August 2027
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week
Internship Position Summary
The Strategy & Corporate Development Intern will play a key role in supporting corporate strategy initiatives through market research, strategic planning, M&A deal execution, and high-impact internal projects. This position offers hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams and exposure to executive-level decision-making. Ideal candidates are business majors with strong academic performance and a passion for solving complex business challenges.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support strategic initiatives, including identifying industry trends, customer insights, and emerging opportunities.
  • Assist in the development and refinement of the company's strategic plan, including synthesizing data, preparing presentations, and supporting leadership workshops.
  • Contribute to internal high-impact strategy projects across various business functions, helping drive operational improvements, growth initiatives, and cross-functional alignment.
  • Support ad-hoc strategic and analytical projects as assigned, which may include financial modeling, business case development, and scenario planning.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment with broader corporate goals.
  • Prepare executive-level summaries and reports to communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear, concise presentations for leadership audiences.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a proactive mindset, with a willingness to dive into complex topics and take initiative.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Demonstrated leadership in academic or extracurricular activities.
  • Interest in pursuing a career in strategy, corporate development, management consulting, or related fields.

Minimum Experience and Education
  • Must be a current undergraduate student majoring in business at a four-year college or university (rising junior or rising senior during the summer internship).
  • Preference for students pursuing concentrations in finance, economics, management, or supply chain.
  • Must have a strong academic record, with demonstrated excellence in coursework and overall performance.

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