Internship innovation project manager
Pubblicato il 13-09-2026 - Intercos Group in Lombardia
The Intern will support the Strategic Innovation Manager in fostering a culture of innovation across the organization. Working in a highly cross-functional environment, the intern will collaborate with R&D;, Product Development and Marketing to contribute to innovation initiatives, open innovation activities and strategic projects.
This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in innovation management, technology scouting, market analysis and cross-functional project coordination, while contributing to the development of future-oriented products and business opportunities. Activities Support the management of the innovation process, contributing to idea generation, concept development and innovation project tracking.
Collaborate with Product Development, R&D;, Marketing and Business Units to support cross-functional innovation initiatives and facilitate information sharing across teams. Support and ease the coordination of strategic innovation projects, helping organize meetings, prepare materials, monitor activities and follow up on project deliverables. Support the organization and facilitation of brainstorming sessions and innovation workshops.
Contribute to the preparation of tailored samples for strategic client presentations Assist in the preparation of presentations, innovation roadmaps, business cases and reports for internal stakeholders. Support the monitoring of innovation KPIs and project progress,
ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
Accountability
Provide timely and accurate support to innovation projects and strategic initiatives. Ensure high-quality research, analysis and documentation to support informed decision-making.
Foster effective collaboration across Product Development, R&D;, Marketing and Business Units. Contribute to maintaining an organized and efficient innovation workflow through accurate project tracking and communication. Proactively identify opportunities, insights and best practices that can support corporate innovation initiatives. Demonstrate curiosity, analytical thinking and a proactive attitude while developing knowledge of innovation management methodologies and tools.
Requirements
Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Marketing, Innovation Management or a related field. Fluency in English Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Power Point and Excel. Strong interest in innovation and product development. Analytical mindset with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Proactive attitude, curiosity and willingness to learn.
Location
Agrate Brianza (MB) Internship duration: 6 months 100% on-site Monthly allowance: €600–€800 Free company canteen