Strategic Projects Intern

**Our mission**? Making day-to-day banking easier for SMEs and freelancers thanks to an online business account that's combined with invoicing, bookkeeping and spend management tools. Thanks to its innovative product, highly reactive 24/7 customer support and clear pricing, Qonto has become the leader in its market.

**Our journey**: Founded by Alexandre and Steve in July 2017, Qonto has rapidly gained trust, serving over 500,000 customers. Thanks to our wonderful team of 1,600+ Qontoers, we also made it to the LinkedIn Top Companies French ranking

**Our values**:
**Customer focus |** Prioritize customers in everything you do

**Ownership |**Own your part, get things done

**Teamwork |** Make (team)work easy

**Mastery |**Continuously raise the bar

**Integrity |** Always do what’s right, and respect people

**Our beliefs**: At Qonto, we're committed to fostering a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. We prioritize evaluating applicants based solely on skills and potential, ensuring diversity with 50% international team members, 44% women, and 20% parents. Join us in building a workplace that celebrates diversity and individuality.

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Join Qonto, Europe's leading business finance solution, as a Strategic Projects Intern. Work alongside our Senior Strategy Lead, **Cédrick**, to drive high-impact initiatives that shape Qonto's future. You'll be at the heart of our most crucial projects, from M&A to product strategy, collaborating directly with our co-founders and top management.

**‍‍ As a Strategic Projects Intern at Qonto, you will**:

- **Project Execution**: Support the execution of complex, cross-functional strategic projects
- **M&A Research**: Conduct research and analysis for potential M&A opportunities
- **Strategy Development**: Assist in developing and implementing growth and product strategies
- **Stakeholder Collaboration**: Collaborate with senior stakeholders across various departments
- **Presentation & Reporting**: Contribute to the creation of strategic presentations and reports

**What you can expect**:

- Fast-paced, scaling environment in a leading European fintech
- Exposure to diverse strategic challenges across four European markets
- Hands-on experience in shaping the future of business finance
- Close interaction with top management, including co-founders
- A collaborative team culture that values innovation and initiative

**About your future Manager**:
Your manager will be Cédrick Lefebvre, our Senior Strategy Lead at Qonto.
- **His path?** Cédrick has a strong background in business and corporate strategy, particularly in fintech. He started as a Strategy Consultant at PwC and Kea & Partners, gaining experience in various industries. Since joining Qonto in 2021, he has advanced through roles like Strategic Project Manager.
- **What he can bring to the team?** Cédrick offers strategic insight, aligning team objectives with Qonto's vision.

**About You**:

- **Education**: Pursuing a Master's degree
- **Experience**: Strong academic background with at least one internships
- **Skills**: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- **Communication**: Outstanding communication abilities in English (additional European languages are a plus)
- **Mindset**: Proactive mindset with a passion for fintech and startups
- **Adaptability**: Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment**Perks**

An inclusive work environment. And so much more to help you succeed.
- Offices in Paris, Berlin, Milan, Barcelona, and Belgrade;
- 1 or 2 remote days per week (depending on your team and what your school allows);
- 1 paid day off /month;
- A meal voucher;
- Public transportation reimbursement;
- Great offers for sports and wellness activities;
- A progressive disability and parenthood policy (1 in 6 of Qonto employees is a parent) and childcare benefits with selected partners;
- Monthly team events.

Click here to read more about what it's like to be an intern at Qonto.

**Our hiring process**:

- Interviews with your Talent Acquisition Manager and future manager/mentor
- A remote exercise to demonstrate your skills and give you a taste of what working at Qonto could be like

We will send you an interview guide so you can best prepare yourself.

On average, our process lasts 20 working days and offers usually follow within 48 hours

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