Be a part of a revolutionary change

Times are changing at PMI. We’ve chosen to do something big. The world expects us to act responsibly. And we are doing just that by transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.
This transformation will revolutionize every area of our business. The products we sell. Where we sell them. How they’re manufactured and delivered. The way we talk to our customers and engage with society.
It’s the perfect setting place to start your career. As you take your first steps, you’ll have the backing of a multinational business combined with the freedom of a start-up. You’ll bring a positive mindset and fresh perspective to projects that can make a huge difference to so many.

Your ‘day to day’:

As an Intern you will be part of our MDC Department for Philip Morris Manufacturing & Technology Bologna S.p.A. and will be reporting to Sr Product & Process Improvement Lead. The position will be based in Bologna (Zola Predosa).
In your role, you will join the Product Engineering team supporting in develop feasibility studies and design of experiment. You will define availability of material/human/machine resources needed to perform experimental activities. You will also monitor test outcomes and analyze process data and apply PDCA methodology and statistical tools.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Define, organize and co-ordinate test plan execution and on-floor testing activities
• Monitor test outcomes and analyze process data
• Propose countermeasures and support the improvement initiatives using project management as well as lean manufacturing principles
• Participate to periodical project status review, costs tracking and results reporting, ensuring the correct project management

Who we’re looking for:

• Masters’ degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Material Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related scientific disciplines
• Scientific mindset with good analytical skills
• Fluent in both Italian and English
• Good level of verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment with multiple priorities and drive results.
• Good knowledge of Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Word, Power Point) and knowledge of statistical tools and programs (e.g. Minitab)
  

What we offer:

Type of contract: Internship of 6 months length

Work location: Zola Predosa

Our success depends on the people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provide endless opportunities to progress.