Job Description:

Internship - 2026 MBA Strategy & Operations Intern - Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG)

The role of MBA Strategy & Operations Intern is intended to start in Summer 2026.

Interns work on projects that representreal challenges faced by 3M's business units and mirror the work conducted by full-time members of the department. Through networking and corporate-sponsored events, interns are exposed to many facets of 3M.

An internship is a temporary position within 3M. Interns typically work a full-time schedule throughout a 10-12 week assignment. This position is limited to working 899 hours per service credit year.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military environments to a 3M career.

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

About the Transportation & Electronics Business Group

In 3M’s Transportation & Electronics Business Group, we are solving tough customer challenges to advance a connected world.  We focus on a diverse range of products across different industries like Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Semiconductor, Data Center, and Energy.Come be a part of what is next.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an MBA Strategy & Operations Intern in our Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG), you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

Strategic Impact:Engage in high-impact projects that address real-world challenges, providing you with a consulting-like experience.

Accountability:Be accountable for driving results and seeing strategies through to execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable outcomes.

Growth & Development:Taking advantage of initial and ongoing training opportunities and exposure to senior leadership, while positioning yourself for a potential career at 3M.

Industry Leadership:Join a leading company with a growing strategy team to drive innovation and expansion.

Each internship will differ based on business needs. Projects can include any or all the following focus areas:

Market Analysis: Evaluating market attractiveness, size, growth, and key trends to inform strategic decisions.

Strategy Development: Refining vertical and product portfolio strategies, with a strong focus on positioning, value propositions, channels, and pricing to enhance market presence and customer engagement.

Strategic Projects: Managing partnership strategy, go-to-market (GTM) strategy, and organizational design.

Financial Analysis: Researching and analyzing internal and external data to identify insights for strategic decision-making.

Execution & Project Management: program implementation; manage resources; develop and track performance metrics

Business Operations:process optimization; performance metrics; system and process implementation; cross-functional collaboration; report preparation and presentation.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree, or higher, from an accredited institution

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

Previously obtained a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited institution

Completed a minimum of one semester by the start of the internship

Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Completion of two of the required classes in the major, minor or concentration

Work location:

St. Paul, Minnesota

This Role has on-site working model, with the employee working at least four (4) days a week in the office at 3M Center, located in Maplewood, MN. Maplewood, MN is primary location. However, potential for other locations across the US.

3M provides eligible interns with a housing and transportation stipend in accordance with current policy.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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