Position Title:  Intern - Quality Continuous Improvement P1

Quality Continuous Improvement Intern

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 consumers and engage with society.

It’s the perfect 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 a fresh perspective to projects that can make a real difference.

About IMPACT – Italy Internship Program

Join PMI and be a part of an exciting revolution. The IMPACT – Italy Internship Program allows you to kickstart your career while learning from industry experts. You’ll work in a fast-paced, international environment, gaining hands-on experience and following an engaging development and learning path.

Help us reshape our business and make a meaningful impact through continuous improvement and innovation.

Role & Objectives

As an Intern, you will be part of our Quality Center of Expertise in Continuous Improvement Stream (Q-CoE CI) at Philip Morris Manufacturing & Technology Bologna S.p.A., based in Crespellano (BO), and you will report to the Senior CoE Quality Engineer.

In this role, you will join a team responsible for driving the end-to-end process of eliminating product quality losses (e.g. out-of-specification products, consumer complaints) across Smoke-Free Product categories.

You will operate in a multicultural and cross-functional environment, applying structured problem-solving methodologies and contributing to business results in full compliance with PMI standards, including the Quality Management System and Integrated Manufacturing System.

Specific Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of the Quality Management System, with a focus on product and process monitoring procedures.
• Participate in product continuous improvement drumbeats (daily, weekly, and monthly) with affiliates and central stakeholders, gaining exposure to technical topics and cross-functional workflows.
• Support Q-CoE CI team members in data preparation and analysis for root cause identification related to product quality losses and associated reporting.
• Collaborate with the broader product continuous improvement community in the implementation of defined actions and improvement initiatives.

Who we’re looking for

• University degree in Science and/or Engineering, or equivalent skills gained through demonstrated experience.
• Intermediate IT skills, particularly in PowerPoint, Excel, and Power BI.
• Fluent Italian and good knowledge of English, both written and spoken.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn in a dynamic environment, and openness to applying different tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, statistical tools, and manufacturing processes is considered a plus.

What we offer

• Type of contract: Full-time internship, 6 months
• Work location: Crespellano (BO)

Our success depends on our talented employees who come to work every day with a sense of purpose and a passion for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to shape your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment, and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected and valued.
• Develop your skills within a global organization, where scale and scope create endless opportunities for growth.
• Take pride in delivering our commitment to society: a smoke-free future.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.