Product Development & Product Marketing Intern

Product Development & Product marketing Intern

Language: English (required), French (preferred) 

Location: Remote (Canada / Montreal preferred) 

Duration: 4 months 

Salary: Minimum wage 

Eligibility: Recent graduates (within the last 12 months) or current students looking for a summer internship.

 

Why join DESIGNME?

At DESIGNME we want to make you feel better and bring out the best version of yourself. We believe that haircare should only contain high-quality ingredients, should respect our beautiful planet, and keep our furry friends safe; that’s why our entire product line is 100% cruelty-free and contains none of the nasty stuff, like harmful sulfates, parabens or gluten. We have fun and safe work environment. Last but not least, DESIGNME is proudly Canadian and based in Montreal. 

 

Who are we?

We are a haircare/styling start-up company based in Montreal with a lot to do and we are looking for a special someone to join are amazing team! Our brand has over 235k followers online, an e-commerce platform & a vast professional distribution across North America and internationally. We are looking for a passionate and motivated intern to assist our product development coordinator with daily tasks, coordinating projects and bringing ideas to life! 

 

What will your day-to-day look like?

We’re looking for the coolest intern who loves the beauty industry and wants to hone in their marketing and product development skills.  You’re a collaborator by nature with great communication skills and you can work across departments; you’re self-professed in power point and you love being detailed oriented.  You will be part of the marketing team and you will mainly support the product development side of the business regarding innovation.  

 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Product Development & Product Marketing intern to join our marketing team. The ideal candidate will assist in the development and coordination ofproduct launches for our product lines. This role requires a blend of creativity, organizational skills, and an understanding of market trends to ensure successful product positioning and promotion. 

 

What will your tasks look like on the research and development side:

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct market research to identify haircare trends, consumer preferences, and emerging technologies in the hair care industry. 
• Analyze competitor products and identify gaps in the market. 

Product Conceptualization:

• Brainstorm and generate new product ideas based on market research findings. 
• Collaborate with the product development team to refine product concepts. 

Coordination and Formulation/Testing:

• Create project timelines and milestones for product development. 
• Work closely with the product development team to create product formulation and identify formula goals based on defined specifications. 

Prototype and Sample Management:

• Coordinate the production samples for internal testing and consumer trials. 
• Evaluate prototypes for further development. 
• Maintain detailed records of product development progress, including formulation iterations, testing results, and supplier communications. 

Post-Launch Monitoring:

• Monitor existing product performance in the market and gather customer feedback (if applicable). 
• Analyze sales data and consumer reviews to identify areas for improvement. 

Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously research and stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies. 
• Seek opportunities for product enhancement or expansion based on market feedback, competitive analysis, etc. 
• Investigate sustainability initiatives.  

 

What will your tasks look like on the product marketing side:

Product Coordination:

• Collaborate with the product development team to ensure alignment of marketing strategies with product features and benefits. 
• Source and develop custom branded goods/accessories while working closely with the design team 
• Coordinate timelines and samples for branded goods 

Market Research & Analysis:

• Conduct market research to identify consumer trends, competitive landscape, and opportunities for product differentiation. 
• Analyze sales data and marketing performance metrics to provide insights and recommendations for improvement. 

 

What you are made of:

• Creative with a can-do positive attitude and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach. Resourceful and motivated. 
• Personable, open-minded and flexible with demands and changes in an entrepreneurial, very fast-paced environment. 
• Proactive problem-solving skills: ability to anticipate obstacles and quickly generate alternate solutions/ideas. 
• Knowledgeable & passionate about beauty, hair and social media – a trend-hunter and culture-watcher. 
• A creative & inspirational storyteller, always bringing fresh ideas to the table. 
• Driver of exceptional attention to detail while managing multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Excellent communication, project management and time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize. 

 

Who are you:

Creative You are aware of what’s new in the beauty industry and what’s needed to stand out.

Organized You know that to be successful, you need to be organized and you love it when everything is in the right place

Entrepreneurial – You’re enthusiastic and passionate about what we do, combined with a resourceful and proactive approach to winning business help you meet and exceed your targets

Driven and highly motivated – You want to roll your sleeves up, you’re able to think outside the box, achieve results and take full ownership of your projects

Personable - You have strong communication skills. You will have the ability to listen as well as present in meetings if needed.

Eco-friendly! - You share our passion for people and the planet

Fun – You work hard, but you also know how to play harder! We want you to bring your colorful personality out.

 

Our current team & the support you will get:

· Join a dedicated team! 

· Have growth opportunity 

· Be essential to our team and to the success of our brand 

· Have support by beauty industry veterans 

· Almost be assured to have amazing hair working at DESIGNME! 

 

Qualifications:

• Currently studying or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.   
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with marketing software and tools. 
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for detail and a passion for the hair care industry. 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team 

 

Disclaimer

We use artificial intelligence tools to support the screening and preliminary assessment of candidate applications as part of our recruitment process. DESIGNME's People operations specialist (human recruiter) reviews all applications and decisions.