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Internship Controlling Group & HQ (all genders) | Beiersdorf

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • Hamburg

AI generated summary

  • You should have 2+ years in Economics or related fields, be available for 6 months, possess analytical skills, be a proactive team player, and be fluent in English. Proficient in MS Office.
  • You will create financial reports, support planning and execution, analyze business developments, optimize finance processes, tackle ad-hoc tasks, and develop systems skills in SAP and Power BI.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of Studies in Economics, International Management or similar with grades above average
  • Available for 6 months. Properly enrolled during the entire internship or in Gap Year between Bachelor's degree and preparation for Master's degree.
  • Pro-active working attitude to takeover wider responsibilities, proofed in earlier internships. After graduation we recruit candidates from the pool of Interns who demonstrated their drive and performance.
  • Analytical competence, solution-oriented and pragmatic.
  • Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.
  • Excellent communication skills, fun in working as team player, enthusiastic in developing own ideas, International Mindset.
  • Fluent English, German optional
  • Good experience in MS Office (e.g. Excel, Powerpoint)

Responsibilities

  • Provide condensed financial reports directly to Top Management for steering the Group on monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis (e.g. P&L, Net Sales, Pricing, General Expenses, Staff).
  • Support the planning activities during forecasts and help executing the plan of Headquarters through steering the resources and monitoring of General Expenses / R&D development.
  • Shape the future operations and decision-making of the company by being involved in cross functional projects (that includes projects, where you will be responsible for the final execution).
  • Analyze and identify critical business developments with their risks and opportunities and initiate measures to increase efficiency / profitability.
  • Drive the continuous optimization of finance processes and performance management.
  • Tackle ad-hoc topics through analysis and support decision-making.
  • Develop your systems affinity through practical application in e.g. SAP and BI/Power BI.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for 6 months.

Where is the internship based?

The internship is based at the Headquarters in Hamburg, Germany.

What educational background is required for the internship?

Candidates should have at least 2 years of studies in Economics, International Management, or a similar field, with above-average grades.

Are there any language requirements for the internship?

Fluent English is required, and knowledge of German is optional.

Can I apply if I am not currently enrolled in a university?

Candidates must be properly enrolled during the entire internship or be in a gap year between their Bachelor's degree and preparation for a Master's degree.

Is prior internship experience necessary?

While not explicitly required, a pro-active working attitude and proof of earlier internship responsibilities are preferred.

What are the main tasks involved in this internship?

Interns will provide financial reports to top management, support planning activities, analyze business developments, drive process optimization, and work with systems like SAP and BI/Power BI.

What skills are beneficial for this internship?

Analytical competence, a solution-oriented mindset, excellent communication skills, teamwork, and strong MS Office experience (especially Excel and PowerPoint) are beneficial.

Will there be opportunities for employment after the internship?

Yes, Beiersdorf recruits candidates from the pool of interns who demonstrate drive and performance after graduation.

How does Beiersdorf approach diversity and inclusion?

Beiersdorf embraces diversity and aims to provide equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of various characteristics such as gender, nationality, or age.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
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Employees
1882
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

For over 140 years, Beiersdorf has been a companion in people’s lives, caring for healthy beautiful skin. With our global core brands NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie and Hansaplast, Beiersdorf is a worldwide leader in skin care. On a local scale, we have strong positions with brands like Aquaphor, Coppertone, Chantecaille, Labello, 8x4, atrix, Hidrofugal, Maestro, Skin Stories und Florena. Our more than 20.000 employees in more than 170 affiliates all over the world are the reason why we can grow fast and sustainably. Behind each brand, each product and each success are our people whose passion and entrepreneurial spirit make us a global leader in skin care. And our care has always gone further: We at Beiersdorf CARE BEYOND SKIN. We care for people and are committed expand our positive impact to our environment, our society and our consumers. Do you enjoy working for beloved brands trusted by millions of people throughout the world while developing yourself further? And would you like to help shape the future of products like NIVEA and Eucerin while caring beyond to create impact to our consumers, our society and the planet? Then explore the exciting career paths offered by the inventor of modern skin care and discover the many interesting opportunities for advancement and challenging responsibilities we provide all over the world. Whether you’re a career starter or a seasoned professional, or whether your background is in sciences or business, our open, integrative and purposeful corporate culture fosters excellence and will give you the freedom you need to let your entrepreneurial spirit unfold and to live out your enthusiasm for brands, people, and innovative technologies and markets.

Culture & Values

  • Care

    We act responsibly towards our colleagues, consumers, brands, our society and our environment.

  • Simplicity

    We strive for clarity and consistency, make decisions quickly and pragmatically and focus on what’s essential.

  • Courage

    We are committed to bold objectives, take initiative, learn from our mistakes and see change as an opportunity.

  • Trust

    We say what we mean, keep our promises and treat others with respect.

Benefits

  • Fair compensation

  • Flexible working hours

  • Hybrid work

  • 30 days paid leave

  • Fitness center support

  • Mental & medical health offers