Sales Intern (12 Month Paid Internship)

We are JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we are present in 130 countries. We have spent years innovating, creating new and better products for the consumers to choose from. This is our business. But not only. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they are free to be themselves, and they are given the opportunity to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen.

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 80% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, ten years running. 

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. 

Learn more: jti.com

Function: Sales & Marketing

Reports to: NW&D Manager

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Contract Duration: 12 Month Contract

We are looking for an energetic Sales Intern to support the commercial team in operational execution, market visibility activities, and reporting.

What you will do:

• Support daily sales operations and trade execution activities.
• Assist in market visits to check product availability and visibility in the retail environment.
• Help collect and organize 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 in 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 ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to learn from field operations.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to fast-paced environments.

What you will gain:

• Exposure to trade marketing and sales operations.
• Practical understanding of route-to-market execution.
• Hands-on experience in data analysis and field activities.
• Development of communication and negotiation skills.
• Guidance from experienced sales mentors.
• Monthly income and exposure to an international work environment.