INTERNSHIP – Assistant Europe Brand Manager [Waters, Activia, Actimel Category]– January 2026 - (M/W)

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About the job

About the offer

For over 100 years, Danone has been supporting people worldwide with its 146 delicious brands. Located in over 120 countries with more than 89,000 employees across production sites, warehouses, headquarters, and R&D center, Danone continually develops iconic products. Certified as Bcorp and Happy Trainees, Danone strives to be a better company for the world, its consumers, and its employees. 

YOUR MISSIONS AT DANONE:

This internship will take place in Paris (75), in our superb HQ, starting from January 2026. Your manager, will support you to thrive in your missions:  

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You will support the Portfolio & Innovation team in managing project opportunities within the current and future Volvic, Evian, Actimel product range. 

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You will conduct in-depth analysis of market data (e.g., Nielsen, Euromonitor), consumer trends, and internal performance metrics to identify gaps and opportunities. 

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You will assist in competition analysis by mapping key players, product launches, and innovation strategies across relevant categories. 

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You will contribute to the creative design of future product concepts by supporting ideation sessions and translating insights into tangible product ideas. 

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You will collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., design, insights, R&I, supply) to ensure alignment and timely delivery of innovation projects. 

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You will help track project timelines, prepare documentation for gate reviews, and support project management routines. 

THE BENEFITS OF THIS INTERNSHIP:  

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Up to 2 days/week of remote work 

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Full reimbursement of Navigo pass/TCL subscription 

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"Vendredi je grandis" program: development every Friday afternoon covering career, soft skills, and hard skills. 

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INTERNSHIP : Compensation from €1,300 (Bachelor's +4 and gap year) to €1,500 (Bachelor's +5) gross/month. 

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Benefits: company restaurant, gym, bike parking 
About you

About you 

For this position, we are looking for someone: 

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Available from January 2026 for a duration of 6 months  

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Master’s student in Marketing, Business, Communication, or related field. 

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You have strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize data into actionable insights. 

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You are proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment 

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You are a Team player able to work cross-functionally 

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Language: Fluent in English; French or German languages are a bonus. 

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Software: Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with design tools is a plus   
About Danone

About us 

During your internship, would you take notes or initiatives? 

90% of our interns and apprentices believe that Danone provides a work environment conducive to professional development thanks to the responsibilities, autonomy, and training offered (source: Happy Trainees). 

 

JOINING DANONE MEANS... 

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Meet Danoners with unique personalities, diverse profiles, and varied career paths 

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Grow in different environments: production sites, logistics bases, research and innovation centers, or company headquarters 

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Build a tailored career path suited to your personality, skills, and desires 

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Learn through enriching, responsible, and educational missions 

  

Our Danoners speak out! Discover the testimony of six Danoners with very different jobs and career paths: never stop growing . 

You want to know more about the daily life of Danoners? Come grow with us and find all our news, tips, and information on our website careers.danone.com , our LinkedIn page , or our Instagram account @danonetalentfrance . 
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Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. 

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