AI & Automation Venture Development Intern (m/f/d)

Your mission at Mercanis

As an AI & Automation Venture Development Intern at Mercanis, you will sit at the intersection of business strategy and cutting-edge technology, building the operational backbone that scales our company. You'll identify high-impact opportunities across departments, design intelligent automation solutions, and measure their business impact.


If you bring analytical thinking, genuine excitement for AI tools, and a hands-on execution mentality, this is the perfect opportunity to build a unique skill set that combines business acumen with AI fluency - and launch your career in the AI-driven economy.

Your Responsibilities on this role

• Identify repetitive, time-consuming processes across teams and assess their automation potential, building business cases with ROI projections
• Design and deploy intelligent workflows using tools like n8n, Make.com, and modern AI platforms - integrating AI services into business processes
• Use AI coding assistants like Cursor to rapidly prototype and deploy solutions, even with minimal coding background
• Work closely with commercial, product, and operations teams to translate business needs into automation strategies
• Track KPIs and report on business impact of automation initiatives to leadership
• Monitor automated processes, troubleshoot issues, and optimize for scalability and reliability
• Stay ahead of AI and automation trends, bringing strategic recommendations on new tools and approaches to the team

Role requirements

• You are currently enrolled in or have recently completed studies in economics, business, analytics, or a related field - or have relevant professional experience (internships in consulting, operations, startups preferred)
• You have a genuine interest in AI tools and automation platforms (n8n, Make.com, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude) and enjoy turning business problems into automated solutions
• You bring strong analytical thinking and can spot inefficiencies in business processes, combined with a hands-on execution mentality
• You work independently as a self-starter who thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments - you prefer building solutions over writing reports
• You have basic coding knowledge (Python/JavaScript) OR experience using AI coding assistants like Cursor to build working solutions - or demonstrated ability to learn rapidly
• You can communicate your insights clearly in English (C1+) and German (C2 native-like) - both written and spoken; both languages are required

Please note: This role requires fluency in German at a native-like level (C2) and English (C1+). We would love for you to join us in our Berlin office - while we are flexible when needed, we believe great collaboration happens best when we are together.

Why to join us here at Mercanis?

Mentorship & Growth: Work closely with experienced serial founders who actively support your personal and professional development
Own Projects End-to-End: From identifying opportunities to building solutions to measuring impact - you'll drive initiatives independently with full accountability
Become an AI-First Operator: Master tools like n8n, Cursor, and emerging AI platforms that are fundamentally reshaping how businesses operate
Work Directly with Founders: Influence strategic decisions and shape company-wide processes rather than executing someone else's playbook
Build a Rare Skill Set: Combine business acumen + AI fluency + hands-on automation expertise - invaluable for careers in VC, consulting, startups, or strategic operations
Team Mindset: Join a curious, motivated team that experiments boldly, communicates openly, and constantly evolves - together and individually
Culture of Appreciation: We grow together, celebrate wins as a team, and value honest exchange - both in day-to-day work and during regular team events
Central Location: Our office is in the heart of Berlin's startup ecosystem - with great connections, great energy, and great people
Your Setup, Your Choice: Work with the system of your choice - whether it's Apple, Windows, or Linux, you decide
Competitive Salary & Equity: We offer you a competitive salary plus the opportunity to directly participate in Mercanis' success

About us

We are an Agentic AI Procurement Suite – Leading the Procurement of Tomorrow

At Mercanis , we have a clear mission: to shape the procurement of tomorrow – digital, transparent, and intelligent.

Our Agentic AI Procurement Suite digitalises the entire procurement process – from demand to supplier management and contract signing. Through the use of AI, operational tasks are fully automated, allowing procurement departments to focus on strategic matters. In this way, we create efficient structures, reduce manual efforts, and promote seamless collaboration along the entire supply chain.

Our vision: transparent processes, time-optimised automations, and sustainable supplier relationships that deliver real value.

With over $30 million in Series A funding, supported by leading investors such as Partech, Atlantic Vantage Point (AVP), and Speedinvest, we are well-positioned to continue expanding our vision. Since our founding, we’ve been working with a passionate team to shape the future of procurement. We are convinced: this is just the beginning.

That’s why we are looking for ambitious new team members and creative minds who are ready to take bold new steps with us and shape the future of procurement.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities—regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or ability—as part of our commitment to a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process.

We know the impostor syndrome can sometimes hold back incredible talent, so if you're doubting yourself, don’t. We genuinely want to hear from you, and encourage you to apply.