Komatsu · 2 weeks ago
Intern, Strategy & Innovation
Chicago, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $21/hr
Start in 2026 SummerKomatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. They are seeking an MBA or graduate student for a summer internship in their Corporate Strategy team, focusing on strategy, digital tools, and executive communications.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Learning: Master Komatsu culture and business model as demonstrated by completing and presenting a professional proposal for improvement
Complete a Rotation to include gaining exposure to the following functions but not limited to:
Executive Communications: Develop high-impact presentations and reports for senior leadership
Digital Tools Development: Support PowerApps solutions and build PowerBI dashboards to enhance decision-making
Analytics: Utilize Business Intelligence tools to build a comprehensive solution for monitoring the performance of digital systems, as well as understanding customer behavior
Project & Program Management: Assist in planning and tracking initiatives using Microsoft Planner and other collaboration tools
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to improving how we use data by helping keep dashboards current and assisting with checks that make reports clearer, more accurate, and more impactful for decision-making
Strategic Planning Support: Play a role in the long-term planning cycle by helping schedule key meetings, preparing materials, and supporting team activities that shape Komatsu’s strategic direction
Market Research: Benchmark Komatsu’s standing in the industry through competitive comparison. This involves subjective analysis rooted in sound judgment and logic
Qualification
Required
Must be a graduate student currently enrolled in an MBA or another Master's program (Strategy, Analytics, Business, Engineering Management, or related fields) with good academic standing at an accredited college/university
High level written and verbal communications skills
Flexibility and maturity to interact effectively with executives, associates at all levels, and across cultures
Ability to multi-task, manage multiple deadlines and work and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong motivation to make contributions to Komatsu and strong motivation to drive results
Has the ability to proactively engage in collaboration and possesses intellectual curiosity
Should be open to learning about capital goods / heavy equipment in the construction and mining industry
Should have interest in consulting, with any prior exposure (classroom setting, student organization, etc.) being a plus
High proficiency in Microsoft Office specifically Excel, PowerPoint and other productivity tools
Proficiency with PowerPoint; exposure to PowerBI, PowerApps, or Microsoft Planner is a plus
Interest in strategy, digital transformation, or industrial innovation
Must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Company
Komatsu
Komatsu is a manufacturing company that specializes in the development of equipment for the construction industry.
Founded in 1921
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hayden Akers
Partner Integration Manager
Masatoshi Ueno
Managing Director, office of CTO@Silicon Valley
Recent News
2024-11-07
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