Are you a driven student or recent graduate with a passion for the dynamic field of Marketing and Innovation? If so, we have an extraordinary opportunity waiting for you! We are seeking an intern who is not just looking for a job but is passionate about making a difference in the food industry. Someone who is eager to learn, innovate, and contribute to the development of sustainable and exciting food solutions for the future. If you are curious, open-minded, and ready to embrace challenges in a multicultural environment, we would love to have you in our team. Barilla is an Italian family-owned food company. Established in 1877, it's now an international Group present in more than 100 countries. A world leader in the markets of pasta and ready-to-use sauces in continental Europe, bakery products in Italy and crispbread in Scandinavia, the Barilla Group is recognized worldwide as a symbol of Italian know-how. “The Joy of Food for a Better Life” is Barilla’s purpose to bring people closer to the joy of good food and making quality the choice for a better life. It's a commitment from field to fork, to bring to the world tasty, joyful and wholesome products, made with selected raw materials from responsible supply chains. Because what we eat today can change our tomorrow. Because good food is a joy for the present and a choice for a better future. This 6 months internship, based in Parma, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the shaping of future global innovations in the food sector. You will be immersed in a dynamic environment where you will work on projects aimed at identifying and developing innovative food solutions that meet the evolving tastes and dietary needs of consumers worldwide. Purpose of the Role + Engaging in trend analysis, consumer research and market data to identify and prioritize new opportunities for innovation. + Collaborating with cross-functional teams to further validate new concepts focusing mainly on product design strategy (from the recipe to the graphical packaging). + Establishing and maintaining relationships with regional marketing teams based in US, Europe and Asia, to foster collaborative efforts on innovation projects. Responsibilities + Conduct comprehensive analysis to uncover insights that drive innovation. + Participate in ideation sessions and contribute to the development of innovative product concepts. + Support the manager in preparing presentations and reports to communicate innovation projects to stakeholders across the company, assisting in the coordination of the planning and budget management. Requirements + A Master or Master’s degree in Marketing Management + Proficiency in both English and Italian, enabling effective communication in our diverse and dynamic environment. + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint + Eagerness to learn and contribute to Marketing processes and strategies. What we offer + Internship salary + relocation allowance if you live farther than 50 km from our office in Parma. + Personal tutoring and constant support from your team to develop your personal and professional skills + First-hand experience supporting live projects, as the fastest way to learn + Free access to our company canteen + Access to our on-site shop where you can pick up our products at a generously discounted price + Flexible ways of working + A unique opportunity to look behind the scenes of the number one pasta company leader in the world! Starting date: March 2025 Apply now to start your career with Barilla Group and make a meaningful impact in our Global Long Term Innovation Pasta & Condiments at Barilla Group!