INTERNSHIP - R&I Data & Resources (Europe) - January - (H/F)

About The Job

For over 100 years, Danone has been supporting people worldwide with its 146 delicious brands. Located in over 120 countries with more than 89,000 employees across production sites, warehouses, headquarters, and R&D center, Danone continually develops iconic products. Certified as Bcorp and Happy Trainees, Danone strives to be a better company for the world, its consumers, and its employees.

YOUR MISSIONS AT DANONE

This internship will take place in Gif-sur-Yvette starting from January 2027. Jihane ZOUHNY, Data & Resources Manager in the team Data & Resource Team will guide tour through your day to day tasks and help you grow in your role:

About the Team

Our R&I Data & Resources team is at the heart of transforming how portfolio management is conducted across Europe. We are building a new EU-level data environment designed to seamlessly connect project and product information, strengthen cross-country integration, and enable smarter, faster decision-making.

This internship offers the opportunity to contribute directly to shaping the future of our data ecosystem—driving efficiency, transparency, and insight across the European R&I organization.

About the Role

We are looking for an intern or apprentice with strong data skills to support our major data‑transformation projects. You will be involved in designing, developing, and embedding the new European data environment, working across countries to harmonize inputs and ensure the environment meets both EU‑level and local needs.

You will also contribute to reporting, dashboarding, and analytical work supporting strategic decisions in areas such as:

1.Support the development of the new EU Data Environment

Assist in building and extending EU-level data workflows and connections.

Contribute to defining and refining the integration of country-level data into EU systems.

Work on data quality, validation, and harmonization to ensure consistency across markets.

• Contribute to data transformation and automation projects

Support the creation of automated pipelines using Excel, Power BI, Power Apps, and other low-code/no-code tools.

Help document data structures, processes, and operating guidelines.

• Develop analytics & reporting to support decision-making

• Build or update dashboards and visualizations (Power BI).
• Prepare standard and ad-hoc analyses (category, competition, nutrition, performance metrics).
• Help identify insights that drive portfolio and resource allocation decisions.

• Collaboration & Support

Work closely with R&I teams across European countries to understand needs and pain points.

Help embed new tools and processes in local markets and support change-management activities.

• AI & Copilot Innovation

• Support the development of Copilot agents and AI-driven solutions.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Promote a data-driven and AI-friendly culture across teams.
• Contribute to AI adoption, training, and digital transformation initiatives.

THE BENEFITS OF THIS INTERNSHIP

• Up to 2 days/week of remote work
• Full reimbursement of Navigo pass/TCL subscription
• "Vendredi je grandis" program: development every Friday afternoon covering career, soft skills, and hard skills.
• INTERNSHIP : Compensation from €1,300 (Bachelor's +4 and gap year) to €1,500 (Bachelor's +5) gross/month.
• Benefits: company restaurant, gym, bike parking

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• How an EU‑level portfolio is managed in a large, complex organization.
• How to structure and build integrated data environments across countries.
• Advanced data visualization and reporting techniques.
• Exposure to strategic R&I topics: nutrition, competition, innovation, resource planning.
• Hands-on experience with data-transformation methodologies and business data architecture.
• WHY JOIN US ?
• You’ll work on impactful, future-oriented projects at the core of R&I transformation.
• You’ll gain real ownership and the chance to see your work implemented across Europe.
• You’ll collaborate with experts in product, project, and portfolio management.
• You’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team committed to innovation and learning.

About You

For this position, we are looking for someone

Available from Jan 2026 for a duration of 6 months

At the level of Bac+4/5 in university or engineering school

Must-Haves

• Strong data-handling skills (Excel, data cleaning, transformation).
• Experience with Power BI (datasets, DAX, dashboards).
• Interest or basic knowledge in Power Apps or low-code tools.
• Good analytical mindset and problem‑solving approach.
• Interest in R&I, product development, nutrition or FMCG environments.
• Proactive, curious, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Basic coding skills (Python, R, SQL, or VBA).

Nice-to-Haves

Experience with data modeling or building automated workflows.

About Us

• During your internship, would you take notes or initiatives?
• 90% of our interns and apprentices believe that Danone provides a work environment conducive to professional development thanks to the responsibilities, autonomy, and training offered (source: Happy Trainees).
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• Meet Danoners with unique personalities, diverse profiles, and varied career paths
• Grow in different environments: production sites, logistics bases, research and innovation centers, or company headquarters
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