Position Title: Product Portfolio Intern
Lausanne, VD, CH, 1007
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 setting 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 can make a huge difference to so many.
About the role
As a Portfolio Intern, you will work at the heart of the Oral category strategy, supporting decisions that shape the product portfolio across its full lifecycle — from launches and range evolution to performance optimization.
This six-month internship is designed for curious, ambitious students or graduates who want real ownership, exposure to strategic marketing decisions, and a steep learning curve in a fast-moving business environment. You will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders in Marketing and cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on experience in how data, strategy and execution come together in a growing category.
What you will do
You will be trusted with meaningful work and encouraged to take ownership from day one:
- Own and develop portfolio analyses by tracking performance, identifying trends and translating data into clear business insights.
- Prepare high-visibility materials (presentations, dashboards, recommendations) used in portfolio reviews and management decision-making.
- Actively contribute to portfolio initiatives such as product launches, range optimization and innovation projects.
- Support the team in turning data into decisions, ensuring accuracy, clarity and a strong business narrative.
- Get exposure to broader marketing projects, including brand campaigns and brand engagement initiatives.
- Participate in ad-hoc strategic projects, adapting to evolving priorities and learning how to operate in an agile environment.
Who we are looking for
You are motivated by learning, impact and growth, and you bring both curiosity and structure to your work:
- Enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics or a related field.
- Available from August 2026 to February 2027
- Languages : English mandatory and German knowledge is strongly valued. French and Italian are a plus.
- Strong analytical mindset with a structured and detail-oriented approach.
- Comfortable working with Excel and PowerPoint (you enjoy making data tell a story).
- Proactive, curious and eager to grow, not afraid to ask questions or take initiative.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong motivation to grow in a cross-functional, international environment and develop competencies aligned with high-potential career pathways.
What you will gain
This internship is designed as a learning and acceleration experience, not just a student role:
- Hands-on exposure to portfolio management and strategic marketing in a dynamic category.
- The opportunity to work on real business questions with visible impact.
- A steep learning curve, with responsibility and autonomy increasing over time.
- Continuous coaching, feedback and mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
- Valuable insight into how marketing strategy, analytics and execution connect in a real business context.
What we offer
Our success depends on our talented employees who come to work here every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite 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, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
- Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business –our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
- Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future
PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.