Position Title:  Summer Trainee

About the Job: IPM India is offering an exceptional opportunity for dynamic and driven first-year MBA students to join our Summer Internship Program 2026. This is your chance to work at the forefront of innovation and business evolution in one of the world’s most iconic companies.As a Summer Trainee, you’ll work on strategic, cross-functional projects, engage with our leadership and functional teams, and make a tangible impact in domains like Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and more.
If you're ready to move beyond the classroom and into the heart of real-world business challenges, this is the internship experience that deliversFunctional Areas You May Work InSales & Commercial Strategy– Market analysis, distribution strategy, performance optimization.Marketing & Consumer Insights– Brand development, consumer behavior research.Operations & Supply Chain– Process improvements, logistics strategy, procurement optimization.Finance & Commercial Planning– Business modeling, forecasting, cost analysis, financial planning.(Interns will be allocated to one of these domains based on business need and individual interest/aptitude.)

Key Responsibilities As a Summer Trainee at IPM India, you will: * Lead a strategic project within your assigned functions (Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, etc.) with clearly defined deliverables. * Analyze data and market insights to support decision-making and propose actionable solutions. * Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across departments to ensure alignment and execution. * Engage with senior leaders through reviews, mentorship, and feedback sessions. * Present your findings and recommendations to the leadership team at the end of your internship.

What We’re Looking For: * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and a collaborative mindset. * Passion for business transformation, innovation, and working in a fast-paced environment. * Willingness to learn and adapt across functions. * Proficiency in MS Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with data tools is a plus.

What We Offer: * A structured, immersive internship with guidance from a dedicated mentor and function lead * Opportunity to gain real business exposure in a global FMCG/tobacco environment undergoing transformation. * Direct access to leadership, insights into our strategic priorities, and involvement in decisionmaking processes. * Exposure to PMI’s values-driven culture and a possible path to a Pre-Placement Offer based on performance