Date: Aug 18, 2025
Department: Global Communications & Public Affairs
Job Type: Intern
Business Area: Public Affairs, Communications & CSR
Contract Type: Temporary
Location:6000, IT
About us
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with 90 years' experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people's quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas: Discover more here
We are proud to to have been awarded with B Corp Certification, a recognition of high social and environmental standards. We are a reliable company that adopts and promotes a transparent and ethical behavior at all levels.
We believe that the success of Chiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors. Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors.
We are committed to embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.
Chiesi Corporate Functions
At Chiesi, the Corporate Functions serve as drive and support for the Group's business operations. Encompassing key areas such as Global Finance, Global Procurement, Global ICT, Global Human Resources, Global Legal, Compliance & IP, and Global Communications & Public Affairs, these functions ensure consistency, efficiency, and operational integrity.
Complementing these functions, the Transformation Office is responsible for ensuring the strategic alignment of the organization. It promotes an integrated, digital, and customer-centric approach, supporting growth, efficiency, and value creation in an increasingly data-driven world. The Transformation Office ensures coherence between vision and execution, acting as a catalyst for change across the entire organization.
The Strategy, Sustainability & Growth Department is also part of the Corporate Functions. It includes areas such as Global Strategy, SV&S and Business Development, Competitive Intelligence, and other key capabilities. It is accountable for defining the 'One Chiesi' Strategy and allocating resources to create long-term, sustainable, shared value for the Group and its stakeholders.
Who we are looking for
Purpose
As part of our mission to create engaging communications that connect all colleagues to our strategic objectives and shared Chiesi mission, we are seeking a motivated intern to support us in planning, developing and executing communications on a variety of topics and initiatives, including the company's strategies, operations and developments, and to contribute to strengthening the Chiesi culture. The resource will work closely with the Internal Communication team also on the execution of corporate events.
Main Activities
Assist in the development of internal communication strategies and in their implementation over time.
Manage various internal communication channels including Intranet, digital signage, Microsoft O365, Viva Engage and Teams, other digital tools such as Slido.
Support the organization of corporate events such as global town halls and other functional annual meetings.
Drive consistency with the Group's visual identity across all communication channels and materials.
Collaborate with team members to brainstorm creative ideas for improving internal communication effectiveness.
Conduct research on best practices in internal communication and propose innovative solutions.
Update the global communication calendar and manage the related agendas accordingly.
Work with various internal global stakeholders to elaborate and execute communication tactics and plans related to specific projects within Chiesi.
Education
Degree in Communication, Foreign languages. Other qualifications with specialisation in the field will be considered.
Languages
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of other languages is a plus.
A study experience abroad will be consider a plus
Technical Skills
Knowledge of basic communication techniques
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Mastery of the Microsoft O365 suite.
Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms.
Soft Skills
* Attention to details
* Creative/innovative mindset
* Digital mindset
* Team working
Contract and Benefit
6 months internship
Monthly Reimbursement of 1000 Euros
Meal vouchers for each day of remote activities
Free access to internal canteen for lunch
Free shuttle reserved to Chiesi employees from railway station to Chiesi HQ and/or free pass to the urban public service
What we offer
You would join a dynamic, fast-growing, challenging and friendly environment.
In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development. Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well-being.
We want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work-life balance in order to be able to give our best. That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people-care services.