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Internship Corporate Controlling (f/m/d)

28.01.2026

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

As part of the Holding Controlling team in Bergheim you will join us for 6 months to support our daily operations, contribute to IT projects, and help optimize our internal cost-allocation systems. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates with a high affinity for IT and data to apply their analytical skills in a dynamic corporate environment.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the preparation, analysis, and improvement of regular financial reports including monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reporting
Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes by providing analytical insights and data support
Contribute to IT-Controlling and efficiency projects by helping develop standards and optimize cost allocation systems
Assist in managing intragroup service relationships and in further developing internal cost allocation models
Process, clean, and analyze large data sets to ensure accuracy and provide meaningful financial insights

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in business administration with focus on Controlling or Business Informatics - or a comparable qualification
First professional experience in Controlling desirable, ideally within a corporate group or medium-sized company.
Interest in IT and Digital Solutions as well as strong affinity for numbers and data Excellent MS Office skills, particularly in Excel and Power BI, and proficiency in using SAP
Team player with a sense of responsibility; independent, structured and precise way of working
Fluent communication in English (German is an advantage)

WHAT WE OFFER

Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home
Further training and international career opportunities
Corporate health management "PALfit"
Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy
Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER
Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits

For this position, considering the collective agreement for the metal industry, a gross monthly salary of EUR 1,949.22 is paid on a full-time basis.

Are you interested in the job and still have questions? Feel free to contact us.

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