INTERN - Cost and Resource Assistant
PARMA, IT
Chiesi Research & Development
Our R&D team represents a fundamental asset for the business. It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, R&D project and portfolio management. Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada) and Shanghai (China).
Who we are looking for
This is what you will do
The Cost & Resource Intern supports the Global Clinical Development function in the management of cost, investment, and workload planning activities within corporate systems. Working under the guidance of the Cost & Resources team and in collaboration with cross-functional R&D stakeholders (including Project Managers, PPM, R&D Finance, and DBK), the intern contributes to the accurate collection, upload, monitoring, and maintenance of financial and resource-related data in systems such as R&D Planisware and SAP. The role provides support in both planning activities and cost administration processes.
You’ll be involved in
- Plan & forecast: support the collection of inputs with stakeholders; participate in internal budgeting touchpoints; upload cost & workload plans in Planisware in line with calendar/guidelines; support budget/forecast analyses and fine‑tuning.
- Actuals & compliance: support the preparation and review of Purchase Requisitions in SAP; assist in compiling approval documentation; contribute to month‑end and year‑end activities (accruals, invoice tracking), liaising with Finance Italy & Corporate Tax & Treasury and suppliers when needed; support the analysis of actual vs baseline deviations to P&C.
- Resources & time tracking: support the maintenance of the Resource Breakdown Structure (RBS); facilitate timecard completion for internal staff; track consultants’ timesheets and support allocation of time by project.
- Systems expertise & user support: act as a key user for Planisware and SAP; support functional end‑users in daily operations.
- Operational support to GCD: when required, support the preparation and follow up of legal/fiscal documentation (e.g., PoAs, notarizations, apostilles) and assist in managing service agreements / HCP interactions / donations / IITs.
You will need to have
- Master's Degree in economics, international business (or equivalent).
- Good command of Excel (familiarity with SAP will be consider a plus)
- Fluent English (spoken and written). An study experience aborad will be consider a plus
- Basic understanding of administration and/or budget coordination
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Analytical mindset with a proactive approach
Location
Parma, R&D Paolo Chiesi.
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 R&D and/or free pass to the urban public service
What we offer
No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.
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