Working Student/Intern Sales & Business Development (f/m/d) - #2692548

Join our Growth team and help drive the entire sales cycle - from market and lead analysis to CRM management, go-to-market initiatives, and sales execution.

ABOUT ONIQ

ONIQ is building a new software category for the next generation of manufacturing operations. Our platform helps industrial companies understand what is happening across their production processes, uncover where efficiency is lost and act on the opportunities that matter most.

We bring together manufacturing expertise, advanced software and AI to help teams improve production at scale. The goal is to make production more efficient, more resilient and more sustainable, and to help teams make better decisions where they matter most.

We are a highly motivated team with a strong sense of ownership and passion for what we do. Our entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to innovation have enabled us to grow fast and help shape the future of manufacturing with cutting-edge software. At ONIQ, culture is just as important as product. We foster an environment rooted in authenticity, diversity, integrity, and mutual respect, where everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

You will support the Growth team across the entire sales cycle by generating data-driven insights, qualifying leads, maintaining CRM data quality, and contributing to go-to-market and sales execution activities. You will work closely together with other teams such as customer onboarding, customer success, and marketing. You will:

• Analyze market trends, customer segments, and internal sales performance to generate actionable insights for Customer Portfolio and Sales Management
• Support the qualification of leads through structured research and data-driven assessment
• Maintain quality of customer and opportunity data within the CRM system, ensuring transparency across the sales pipeline
• Contribute to our international go-to-market and market entry initiatives by supporting market analyses, competitive benchmarking, and rollout activities
• Support the sales execution process by preparing commercial documents such as quotations, order confirmations, and standard contractual materials
• Coordinate the preparation, documentation, and follow-up of customer meetings, sales reviews, and internal alignment workshops
• Be part of the entire sales cycle from marketing to customer onboarding and actively support marketing and sales activities such as campaigns, events, and digital initiatives

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

• You are currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Ideally, you have gained initial practical experience through internships or student roles, preferably in customer service, marketing or customer-facing functions
• You are available for a six-month internship or a working student position. Shorter internships may be possible depending on your availability and experience.
• You are highly organized, able to work independently, and demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and reliability
• Advanced communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm for the possibilities of digitalization and willingness to familiarize yourself with a SaaS B2B product for manufacturing processes
• A hands-on mentality and readiness to take ownership within a fast-paced, dynamic team
• Excellent language skills in both German and English (C1 level or higher)
• We love the energy that comes from working together in person, so spending time at our Cologne office matters to us. One on-site day per week is the minimum, and more time together is always welcome whenever it works for you

WHAT WE OFFER

• A culture built on transparency, integrity and authenticity – we trust and respect each other and make decisions based on competence
• A team that genuinely cares about collaboration and work culture: we regularly reflect on our teamwork, invest work time into team spirit and consciously create balance in everyday work
• The opportunity to contribute to fighting climate change by helping industrial manufacturers to become more efficient and to reduce their CO₂ emissions, while we are mindful of our own environmental impact as a carbon-neutral company
• All the benefits that make work more pleasant: flexible hours, remote work possibilities, regular team events and offsites, 30 days of annual leave, prorated to the duration of your internship, weekly yoga sessions and more

HOW TO APPLY

We'd love for you to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Please use our job portal for your application, we are looking forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, please contact us [email protected].