Intern Business Development (m/f/d)

JOIN OUR TEAM:
As Intern Business Development, you will support and drive various business development initiatives within the newly formed Stores business unit. This unique role offers a steep learning curve in a startup-like setting, where you take responsibility from day one. You will work closely with a highly talented, dynamic, diverse team. This position is limited to 6 months and based in Munich. Our preferred start date is September 2026.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Support in solving diverse business development topics (e.g., expansion, strategic planning, operations & logistics, data analysis)
• Own and drive small to medium projects (e.g. concept-to-rollout initiatives with suppliers and internal teams), coordinating with stakeholders across and outside the organisation to find pragmatic solutions
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to enable fact-based decisions, including leveraging AI where relevant
• Selectively support other Retail Store team members with project-based tasks (e.g., Store openings, Training)
• Work closely with our Retail Store Managers, the Head of Stores, as well as team members across all business functions

YOU COME WITH:
• University degree (bachelor's or master's) in the making
• First professional experience (ideally in consulting or business development/operations department)
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, …)
• Ability to handle small to medium projects with limited supervision/ independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a “make-it-work” attitude
• Team-oriented and collaborative approach to work and a passion for improvements
• Excellent communication skills in German and English, including strong oral and writing capabilities

WHY WESTWING:
If you are looking for a place where ambition meets creativity, where ideas turn into impact fast, and where people are trusted to grow - you have found it. At Westwing, we’re building the Superbrand in Design with a team that’s shaping the future of beautiful home & living.

Here is what you can look forward to:
• A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration
• An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone
• A flexible hybrid setup with ideally 3 office days per week - because strong connections and quick collaboration make great ideas happen
• Work-from-anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year - as fresh perspectives spark bold ideas
• 30 days of paid holiday to rest, recharge, and come back ready to create
• A beautiful, centrally located, dog-friendly office with inspiring spaces, a sunny terrace, and good food - designed for moments that energise and connect
• Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third-party brands (each on non-reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special-occasion vouchers
• Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care
• Sustainable mobility options with discounted public transport and JobRad - moving with purpose and care for the planet
• Support for working parents, including our on-site Westwing Wichtel daycare and a partnership with multilingual provider Elly & Stoffl
• One annual Social Impact Day to give back to a cause you care about - because being human is our true superpower
• Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Summer & Winter Parties to Oktoberfest

ABOUT US:
Westwing, Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living e-commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 507 million in 2025. As Europe’s premium one-stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to “Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life”. Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018.

Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and products our customers love. We’re made up of passionate people who are creative enough to disrupt the status quo, brave enough to fail and smart enough to win. So come, be part of the “wow, you work at Westwing?” crowd.

Diversity is deeply rooted in our culture. Our mission doesn’t stop to inspire only your design choices, it continues to embrace an inclusive lifestyle filled with respect to everyone’s uniqueness, cultural differences and equal opportunity.

Department:
Business Development & Program Management