SBD analysts and associates have the opportunity to build their portfolio of experiences through exposure to multiple industries. SBD members typically manage three to four projects at a time, with new assignments being given every three months, affording you plenty of options. Project work develops your expertise in the following areas:
| Marketing | Strategy | Business Development |
| Product Opportunity Assessment | Corporate Strategic Planning | Business Plan Development |
| Customer Needs Analysis | Business Portfolio Strategy | External Growth Opportunity Assessment |
| Brand Strategy Development | New Market Assessment | White Space Assessment |
| Product Launch Strategy | Trend Analysis and Scenario Planning | |
| Pricing Strategy |
Interns
Strategic Business Development Interns are between their first and second year of an MBA program and have an emphasis in marketing, strategy or general management. They provide internal consulting services and work closely with marketing, sales and technical personnel to address a variety of domestic and international business situations. Interns work 12 weeks and are normally assigned three projects for the summer.Download job description (PDF 26 KB)
Analysts
Analysts in 3M's Strategic Business Development department have completed their MBA with an emphasis in marketing, strategy or general management. They provide internal consulting services to the company's 40+ divisions. This leadership development program offers analysts the opportunity to contribute daily to the growth of 3M's six global businesses. Analysts work closely with marketing, sales, and technical personnel to address a variety of domestic and international business situations.Download job description (PDF 26 KB)
Associates
Strategic Business Development Associates have completed their undergraduate degree in business. They provide support to key growth initiatives across the company's six global businesses and 40+ divisions. Associates work closely with senior MBA Analysts in an internal consulting role to provide analysis on strategy, business development and marketing projects.Download job description (PDF 23 KB)
At 3M, we know it's our people that make our company successful. We have prospered for more than 100 years not only by creating innovative technologies and products, but also by bringing out the best in our employees.
3M is a global company with locations in more than 60 countries. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota analysts, associates and interns benefit from the eclectic offerings of the Twin Cities.
The Strategic Business Development department places the majority of analysts at headquarters in St. Paul. There is a smaller division of SBD in Austin, Texas. Analysts selected from the University of Texas - Austin have first choice for available positions in Austin.
