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Sales Intern

About JTI Ethiopia
JTI Ethiopia is part of Japan Tobacco International (JTI), a leading international company operating in over 130 markets worldwide. With a proud local heritage spanning more than 80 years, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace where our people can grow professionally and personally. As a certified Top Employer, we offer exciting career opportunities, continuous development, and a culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact.

Function: Sales & Marketing

Reports to: NW&D Manager

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Program Duration: 12-month paid internship program

We are looking for an energetic and detail-oriented Sales Intern to support the commercial team in sales operations, market execution, field visibility activities, and reporting. This role is ideal for fresh graduates who are eager to gain hands-on experience in sales and trade operations.

What you will do:

• Support daily sales operations and trade execution activities.
• Assist with market visits to check product availability and visibility in retail outlets.
• Collect, organize, and update sales-related data from the field.
• Prepare and update sales reports and dashboards for internal use.
• Support the coordination and monitoring of trade initiatives and market programs.
• Assist the sales team with operational tasks, documentation, and planning.

Who we are looking for:

• Fresh graduate in Business, Marketing, Economics, Management, or a related field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to learn from field operations.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

What you will gain:

• Exposure to trade marketing, sales operations, and route-to-market execution.
• Hands-on experience in field activities, sales reporting, and data analysis.
• Development of communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Mentorship from experienced sales professionals.
• Soft-skill development through structured training.
• Monthly income and experience working in an international organization.
• A strong foundation to support future career decisions.

Note: This opportunity is open only to 2025/2026 fresh graduates. Candidates who do not meet this requirement are kindly requested not to apply.