Internship Corporate Development - Focus on Strategy and M&A (f/m/d)

Date: Feb 27, 2026

Location: Bergheim, AT

Company: PALFINGER

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.

 

Are you looking for an internship at an international company where you can gain experience in strategic issues for 6 months full-time starting? Then you've come to the right place! You have the opportunity to gain diverse insights into a global corporation in an exciting environment in Salzburg, Bergheim. Our tasks range from developing corporate strategy and restructuring programs to M&A. You will be part of the team on a wide variety of tasks and support the development of decision-making documents for top management.

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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support in the further development and implementation of the corporate strategy as well as in important strategic projects
  • Support with ongoing international M&A projects (e.g. company valuation, due diligence)
  • Independent implementation of strategic analyses, especially market and company analyses
  • Independent preparation and follow-up of management workshops
  • Work in close collaboration with various functions (Legal, HR, Finance, Sales, etc.)
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YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ongoing or completed business studies (university/university of applied sciences)
  • Basic knowledge of financial and strategic management
  • Proficient use of MS Office programs (especially Power Point and Excel)
  • English, German is a plus
  • Analytical, precise and conscientious way of working & organizational talent
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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 (at the Vienna site: Edenred card)
  • 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.