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Are you a recent graduate in Economics or Finance looking for a hands on experience where you can really make an impact?

At Nestlé Italy, we are looking for curious, analytical and motivated talents to join our Cost Controlling team.

This internship is a great opportunity to learn how Finance supports business decisions in a dynamic and international environment.

Position Snapshot

• Nestlé in Italy, Milan Head Quarter (Assago)

• Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities

• University Degree in Economics/ Finance and/or Accountancy

• Full-time internship (6 months) – We offer a monthly allowance of €900, free access to the company canteen, free access to a partner gym near the office and a company laptop

• Proficiency in English and Italian

• Start date: June 2026

Position Summary

Collaborate with all the functions involved for preparation of fixed costs Budget and dynamic forecast (annual and quarterly), actual closing.
Support in the financial analysis process of the cost with a monthly deep dive of the general ledger, facilitating a fact based decision making process, in full alignment to financial and Nestlé Accounting Standards requirement.
Improve existing excel reporting structure and interact with the stakeholders for the spending review.
Collaborate with the centre of competence based in Barcelona for preparation of dynamic forecast (annual and quarterly) and actual closing.
Give support to the team during the steps of Budget process.

A day in the life of the Stage

Finance Cost Controlling:

You will work closely with experienced controllers and business partners, contributing to real Finance activities:

• Collaborate with other FP&A teams and business controller
• Reporting, data and analysis preparation
• Collaborate with the ICCC of Barcelona ( International Cost Center of Competence)
• Interact with multiple Finance and non Finance stakeholders.

What Will Make You Successful?

• Strong excel skills, Power Query Knowledge it’s a plus
• Degree (or close to completion) in Economics, Finance or similar fields
• Interest in Financial Management, Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Analytical mindset, curiosity and results orientation
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Italian mother tongue, fluent in English.

Our Selection Process

Step 1: Meeting with HR – Talent Acquisition → motivational and attitudinal assessment
Step 2: Meeting with the Business (reference tutor) → technical deep dive
Step 3: You will receive feedback, regardless of the outcome.

Who We Are, What We Believe In

We are Nestlé. We are the Good food, Good life company.
Good food, Good life is our promise and our daily commitment. It is only thanks to our people that we can make a difference: we call them Good People.
At Nestlé, we believe that recognition, inclusion and the valorization of diversity help us grow — as individuals and as a company. This is why we promote a work environment, a culture and a leadership model that ensure equal opportunities for everyone at every organizational level.
Here at Nestlé, you can also join our Emotional Communities: cross-functional groups of colleagues who work together to spread a corporate culture that allows everyone to express their passions and identities freely. LGBT+, Gender Balance, Young, Disability, Volunteering, Green and Multiculturalism are just some of the communities you can be part of.
Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a choice — and we choose to be inclusive.