Strategy & Project Management Intern

papernest; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 8,100 - 9,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work: 1 day per week

Meal provided on Fridays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

papernest is seeking a Strategy & Project Management Intern for a 6-month program starting January 2027. You will work with the Insurance and Carbon Compensation verticals across countries, contributing to market exploration and product launches.

The role blends strategy, analytics, and project ownership in a fast-growing company. Fluency in French plus English or Spanish is required, with one remote work day per week and a monthly internship compensation of €800.

Qualifications

• Native French speaker; fluent in English and/or Spanish (many meetings in Spanish).
• Analytical mindset with solid business acumen and data-driven approach.
• Eagerness to learn, curious, and able to adapt in a fast-growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing operations and business development for existing verticals through data analysis, process optimization, and performance improvement.
• Drive strategic studies and business plans for new verticals, from market research to P&L modeling and small pilot tests.
• Coordinate multi-team launches by aligning Data, Product, CRM, and Operations teams around clear goals and frameworks.

Skills

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Project management

Business acumen

Cross-functional coordination

Autonomy

Communication

Tools

SQL

BigQuery

Job description

Since 2015, papernest has been transforming the way people manage their contracts, making subscription, management, and switching simple through one smart, intuitive platform.

We have supported more than 2 million customers across France, Spain, and Italy. Along the way, we have continued to invest in new verticals, establishing papernest as a high-performing, innovative, and competitive scale-up in a fast-growing market.

With over 900 employees, we are strengthening our position as a European market leader.

In this role you will:

We are looking for a trainee from January 2027 for 6 months. As a Strategy & Project Management Intern, you’ll work directly with the manager of our Insurance and Carbon Compensation verticals in different countries, and contribute to the exploration and launch of new markets and products.

Your responsibilities :

You’ll take part in a wide variety of projects — from strategic analysis to operational execution — and gain transversal exposure to business, data, and product challenges.

Your role will include:

• Supporting ongoing operations and business development for existing verticals through data analysis, process optimization, and performance improvement. Continuously identifying opportunities to improve product performance and internal processes.
• Driving strategic studies and business plans for new verticals, from market research to P&L modeling and small-scale pilot tests. Coordinating multi-team launches by aligning Data, Product, CRM, and Operations teams around clear goals and frameworks. Participating in the creation of scalable models and long-term management structures once launches are complete.

This internship combines strategy, analytical work, and project ownership — perfect for someone looking to learn by doing and make a tangible impact in a fast-growing environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a native French speaker, fluent in English and/or Spanish (many meetings are in Spanish).
• Thinks analytically and logically, with solid business acumen and a data-driven mindset.
• Is eager to learn, curious, and comfortable stepping outside their comfort zone. We value humility and adaptability.
• Shows initiative and can become autonomous over time — strong early support will be provided.
• Enjoys communicating with diverse teams and can coordinate multiple stakeholders effectively

Bonus points:

• Proficiency in SQL and familiarity with BigQuery.
• Comes from a top-tier business or engineering school
• Has prior experience in consulting or startup/scaling environments.

What We Offer You:

Evolve in an international and inclusive environment: Everyone has a place at papernest, and with over 46 nationalities, it’s common to start a sentence in French and finish it in English or Spanish!

Compensation & Partnerships: your talent deserves to be rewarded! Enjoy a monthly compensation of €800 for your internship. We value every contribution and are committed to offering attractive pay for your efforts and dedication. With your papernest badge, you will also have access to various partner services (restaurants, wellness centers, mobility, etc.).

Meals: a healthy and balanced breakfast is provided every Friday!

Career Development: "coffee-and-photocopy" interns don't exist here! As a full member of the team, you are here to learn, but also to share your ideas and implement projects. You will be supported throughout your journey to maximize your skills and prepare for your future.

Remote Work: enjoy 1 day of remote work per week to optimize your focus and efficiency.

Hiring Process:

• A call with Giulia, Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 min)
• Interview with Agathe, Strategy & Offer Development Associate (1h)
• Business Case (2h)
• Interview with Damien, Chief papernest Providers

Regardless of your age, gender, background, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, there’s a place for you with us. Our selection processes are designed to be inclusive, and our work environment is adapted to everyone’s needs.

We particularly encourage applications from women. Even if you feel that you don’t meet all the criteria outlined in this job posting, please know that every application is valuable. We strongly believe that diverse and varied backgrounds enrich our team, and we will carefully consider your application. Parity and diversity are essential assets to our success.