About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

We are looking for a motivated HR People Operations & Analytics Intern to support the HR People Operations, Processes & Analytics. The internship offers hands-on exposure to HR data governance, HR systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors), and people analytics, contributing directly to the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of HR data used for operational and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

•    Perform data quality checks, validations, and reconciliations across HR systems and reports in closed collaboration with Group HR Organization
•    Contribute to the development of data quality dashboards, controls, and monitoring tools
•    Assist in preparing reports, analyses, and presentations for internal stakeholders

Learning Opportunities

•    Hands‑on exposure to HR processes and data management within a global organization, operating in an international and multicultural environment
•    Exposure to HR Information Systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors / Employee Central)
•    Practical experience with HR analytics, KPIs, and dashboards on PowerBI tool
•    Development of analytical, process-oriented, and stakeholder management skills

Requirements

•    Recently graduated in Economics or a related field
•    Strong interest in data analytics
•    Good analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Detail‑driven approach to data validation and accuracy
•    Ability to work with Excel (advanced knowledge is a plus)
•    Good communication skills in English (written and spoken)
•    Basic knowledge of data analysis or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus

Additional information

•    Location: Parma

•    Start date: June 2026

•    Duration: 6 months

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.