About this role
Go and check the Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform: www.nestleyouthentrepreneurship.com #VisitNestlé #NestléneedsYOUth #Innovation #YEP Position Snapshot Nestlé in Italy, Milan HQ Undergraduates or graduates in Economics/ Statistics Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities Full-time internship (6 months) – We offer a monthly allowance of €900, free access to the company canteen, free access to a partner gym near the office, and a company laptop. Dynamic and international environment, with opportunities to learn from cross-functional teams and global stakeholders Start date: November 2026
Position Summary
- Support the Cross-Category CMIA team in transforming market, retail, shopper and consumer data into actionable insights that inform business decisions across Nestlé categories.
- The role combines market performance analysis, data analytics, dashboarding and consumer & marketplace insights, with close interaction across Marketing, Trade Marketing, Sales and external data and research partners.
- A day in the life...
- Analyze market, retail, shopper and consumer data to identify key trends, performance drivers and business opportunities across multiple FMCG categories.
- Monitor category and market performance through key KPIs, supporting recurring business reporting and ad-hoc analyses for internal stakeholders.
- Transform complex datasets into clear, executive-ready insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of business performance dashboards, integrating information from different data sources.
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reporting tools, databases and analytical outputs.
- Support cross-category analyses on market dynamics, consumer and shopper trends, and competitive developments.
- Collaborate with external research and data partners to collect, validate and interpret market information.
- Support the adoption of new analytics, AI and market-intelligence tools, helping build and share knowledge across the organization.
- Work closely with Marketing, Trade Marketing, Sales and CMIA stakeholders, supporting both recurring business needs and ad-hoc strategic questions.
- What will make you successful Proactive, curious and business-oriented mindset.
- Strong analytical skills and confidence working with large and diverse datasets.
- Attention to detail, accuracy and ability to manage priorities and strict deadlines.
- Ability to turn data into a clear business story and actionable recommendations.
- Collaborative approach and ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Advanced English, both written and spoken.
- Very good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data visualization, analytics or AI tools is considered a plus.
- Our Selection Process Step 1: Meeting with HR – Talent Acquisition
- Motivational and Attitudinal Assessment An introductory conversation focused on your motivations, your academic and extracurricular experiences, and your interest in Consumer & Marketplace Insights and the FMCG industry. Step 2: Meeting with the Business (Reference Tutor / Line Manager)
- Technical Deep Dive A more detailed interview aimed at understanding your analytical approach, your ability to interpret data, and your curiosity toward consumer and shopper behavior.
During this step, you may also be asked to share an insight or an observation about a fast‑moving consumer goods category (e.g., coffee, beverages, petcare, confectionery).
- We encourage you to explore the trends and consumer behaviors within the Italian market that interest you the most . Step 3: Feedback You will receive feedback at the end of the process, regardless of the outcome.
Who We Are, What We Believe In We are Nestlé. We are the Good food, Good life company. Good food, Good life is our promise and our daily commitment. It is only thanks to our people that we can make a difference: we call them Good People . At Nestlé, we believe that recognition, inclusion and the valorization of diversity help us grow — as individuals and as a company. This is why we promote a work environment, a culture and a leadership model that ensure equal opportunities for everyone at every organizational level.
Here at Nestlé, you can also join our Emotional Communities : cross-functional groups of colleagues who work together to spread a corporate culture that allows everyone to express their passions and identities freely. LGBT+, Gender Balance, Young, Disability, Volunteering, Green and Multiculturalism are just some of the communities you can be part of. Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a choice — and we choose to be inclusive.