Position Title:  Process Intern

Process 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: delivering 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, and 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 support 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 many.

About IMPACT – Italy Internship Program

Join PMI and be part of an exciting revolution. This program allows you to kickstart your career and offers the opportunity to learn from industry experts. You’ll work in a fast‑paced environment, gaining practical experience and participating in an engaging learning path.

Help us reshape our business and make a meaningful impact on various projects.

Roles & Objectives

As an intern, you will join the Technical Service Department of Philip Morris Manufacturing & Technology Bologna S.p.A., reporting directly to the Process Support Supervisor.
The position is based in Bologna (Zola Predosa).

In this role, you will work within the process support team, collaborate closely with the R&D function, and contribute to loss-elimination initiatives through effective problem‑solving and robust process control, helping the organization achieve its business objectives.

Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure that process and machinery standards are sustainable, clearly defined, and properly documented.
• Collaborate with technical staff to monitor, analyze, and propose actions based on key performance indicators, ensuring processes operate at optimal levels.
• Identify gaps or missing links within the process and work with the appropriate stakeholders in manufacturing and prototyping to ensure timely and effective resolution.

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree, and preferably a Master’s degree, in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial/Management Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Control Engineering, or related fields.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially advanced Excel); knowledge of Power BI is considered a plus.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Advanced level of English.
• High motivation for growth and learning.
• Action-oriented mindset and strong problem-solving attitude.

What We Offer

Type of contract: 6‑month full‑time internship

Work location: Bologna (Zola Predosa)

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:

• 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 professionals and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills within a global business, our size and scale provide endless opportunities for growth.
• Take pride in helping deliver our promise to society: a smoke‑free future.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.