Pernod Ricard is looking for its future Program Management Intern for a six-month internship starting in January 2027, based at our headquarters in Paris – The Island.
You will be part of a global digital transformation program, a multi-year ERP project that aims to drive convergence, standardization, and harmonization of Pernod Ricard’s four End-to-End processes: Finance, Purchasing, Sales & Customer Management, and Operations. This large-scale program engages multiple functions within the Group and brings together finance, operations, sales, technology, procurement, sustainability, and external partners.
Your key missions
As part of the Program Management Office (PMO), you will support the Program Lead and stream leaders in ensuring effective project delivery and governance:
- Support the preparation and follow-up of key program governance activities, including presentations, reporting materials, action tracking, and coordination with PMO stakeholders
- Contribute to maintaining key PMO assets and ways of working, including governance materials, team documentation, playbooks, and shared knowledge resources
- Help ensure accurate and up-to-date program information across core tools and documents, supporting effective communication and decision-making
- Support program reporting activities by helping prepare dashboards, data extracts, status updates, and materials used for governance forums
- Contribute to strengthening team enablement processes to support efficient collaboration and resource integration across the program
- Support continuous improvement of program tools and ways of working, with a focus on simplification, centralisation, usability, and adoption across teams
- Explore practical uses of AI, Copilot, and automation to simplify recurring activities, improve efficiency, and support scalable ways of working across the program
- Promote collaboration, consistency, and knowledge sharing within the program community
Your profile
- You are currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Business, Engineering, or a related field
- You have a strong interest in digital transformation, ERP/SAP programs, and project management
- You are proactive, organised, and enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders
- You are fluent in English; French and/or Spanish would be a plus
- You are proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with agile or project management tools such as Jira, PBI is a plus
- You have an interest in tooling and continuous improvement, with a focus on making processes and tools simpler, clearer, and easier to adopt
- You are curious about AI and automation, with an appetite for using technology to simplify processes, optimise ways of working, and support scalable solutions
What you will gain from this internship
- First-hand exposure to a global ERP transformation program in a leading multinational company
- Experience in program and project management, working across functions and geographies
- Development of skills in governance, risk tracking, and process improvement
- An opportunity to contribute to one of the most ambitious digital transformation initiatives in the wine & spirits industry
Please note: to apply, you must be able to complete 6 months of internship and have an agreement issued by your school/university.
And you'll benefit from these advantages:
- Gross salary from 1410€ (Bac +4 and gap year) to 1550€ (Bac +5) per month
- Company restaurant
- Unlimited access to the Coursera training platform to enhance your experience.
- Employee events (Masterclasses, conferences, etc.)
All in a friendly, supportive environment that will help you to progress and build a solid professional network: 92.2% of our interns and alternates recommend us as an employer (Happy Trainees 2025)!
Pernod Ricard is committed to offering equal opportunities to all talents. Our recruitment methods focus on skills and competencies
Job Posting End Date:
Target Hire Date:
2027-01-04Target End Date:
2027-06-30Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Able to complete a six-month internship from January through June 2027
- Able to obtain an internship agreement from a school or university
- Fluent in English
- Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
- Interest in digital transformation, ERP/SAP programs, and project management
- Proactive, organized, and collaborative with diverse stakeholders
- Interest in tooling and continuous improvement
- Curiosity about AI and automation
- French and/or Spanish language skills
- Experience with agile or project management tools such as Jira and Power BI
Pernod Ricard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Pernod Ricard and has not been reviewed or approved by Pernod Ricard.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as strong overall, supported by comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside life and disability insurance. Wellbeing support is reinforced through mental-health resources and broader wellness programming.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a standout part of the package, including a 401(k) with a match and an additional profit-sharing contribution for eligible employees. A legacy defined-benefit pension is also referenced for certain earlier hires, adding depth to long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are unusually broad, including paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, backup child/elder care resources, and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement. Additional supports such as Milk Stork and fertility/ART coverage further strengthen family-building coverage.
Pernod Ricard Insights
What We Do
Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries. Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être. As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.







