Position Title:  Business Planning Intern

Date:  Oct 14, 2026
Requisition ID:  34787
Work Location: 

Lausanne, VD, CH, 1007

Business Planning 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 customers 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 fresh perspective to projects that make a real impact.

 

About the team

 

Join a team at the heart of business partnering and financial planning for the Swiss market. Working closely with commercial teams, the department supports decision-making through financial analysis, business insights and strategic recommendations by:

 

• Supporting business decisions through financial analysis, forecasting and performance tracking

• Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate opportunities and monitor business performance

 

Who we’re looking for

 

• Currently studying for a Master’s degree in Finance or an equivalent field

• Excellent knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

• Proactive with a drive for excellence, curiosity and creativity

• Fast learner with a results-oriented mindset

• Ability to work with stakeholders with different expectations

• Previous experience in FMCG is a plus

• Fluent in English and in German or French

 

Roles & Objectives

 

As an Intern within the Swiss Market Business Development & Planning team, you will support business partnering activities and contribute to financial and commercial decision-making. You will gain exposure to financial planning, reporting, performance analysis and market budgeting while working closely with experienced finance professionals.

 

Your responsibilities may include:

• Support the preparation of reports, analyses and presentations for internal stakeholders

• Contribute to the evaluation of consumer program profitability and business performance

• Perform ad-hoc financial analyses and market observations to support business decisions

• Assist in forecasting, budgeting and financial planning activities

• Support pricing and performance tracking initiatives

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business data

• Contribute to the accuracy and consistency of financial information

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and financial processes

 

What we offer

 

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

 

• Shape your future through meaningful projects and real responsibilities

• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every contribution matters

• Develop your skills within a global business with unique career opportunities

• Contribute to our vision of a smoke-free future

 

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.