Data Analyst Internship (M/F) - 6 Months
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 28, 2026. Lesaffre scores A on the Alion truth index.
As a global key player in yeasts and fermentation, Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for Baking, Food taste & pleasure, Health care and Biotechnology.
Family group born in northern France in 1853, now a multi-national and a multicultural company, Lesaffre is committed to working with confidence to better nourish and protect the planet.
In close collaboration with its clients and partners, Lesaffre employs 11 700 people in more than 50 countries.
Lesaffre achieves a turnover of 3,2 billion euros.
OUR COMPANY
With our sourdoughs, yeasts, and ingredients, we are a major player in the baking industry, boasting an international network of 53 technical centers known as “Baking Centers” These centers of expertise are dedicated to innovation, the refinement of baking techniques, and supporting our customers around the world.
YOUR ROLE
Join our Marketing Department at the Lesaffre International Baking Center! As a Data Analyst intern, you will help analyze data from our databases, develop and deploy our internal bread-making test management application (Bamareto), and optimize internal digital tools (Digital Planning, Kapitalize, etc.).
Reporting directly to the Knowledge Management Manager, you’ll occasionally collaborate with the Marketing Data Analyst on cross-functional projects and help foster a data-driven culture within our department.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Data Quality Management
- Collect, clean, and prepare data,
- Conduct data quality audits and identify areas for improvement in the current data model,
- Implement automation to ensure higher data quality and lead a community of Key Users on data quality issues,
- Participate in integrating the internal Bamareto application with the Data Platform (Group MDM).
Data Analysis
- Collaborate with business teams at various Baking Centers around the world (managers, baking technicians, formulators) as well as the marketing , and sales departments to understand their needs and provide tailored analytical solutions,
- Produce business analysis and make recommendations to managers and identify business partners,
- Design and implement Power BI dashboards with relevant KPIs addressing various business, marketing, and sales challenges,
- Optimize and simplify analytical models,
- Develop tailored communications for each user group.
Technology Watch
- Identify new tools and technologies to improve data analysis.
Education
- In the final year of a master’s program (Bac+5),
- Engineering school, university degree in statistics/data,
- A dual degree in agricultural engineering, biology, or chemistry combined with data science would be a plus.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in visualization tools (Power BI),
- Solid knowledge of database management (SQL, DAX, Data Verse),
- Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools (Power Apps, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint) Basic knowledge of Python would be a plus,
- Knowledge of information systems engineering is a plus (React.js, Node.js),
- Basics of Data Security Management and Change Resistance Management.
Soft skills
- Strong listening and adaptability skills,
- Analytical and synthesis skills,
- Diligence, independence, and organizational skills,
- Initiative and proactivity,
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills, both internally and externally (with external service providers).
Languages
- Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essential,
- Spanish is a plus.
Duration: 6 months
When: As of September
Location: France - Lille
Contract Type: End-of-studies internship
[Benefits of Joining Lesaffre]:
- Join a family business rich in a long history with human-oriented values with a mission: To Nourish and Protect our Planet,
- Evolve in an enriching work environment and a multicultural context ,
- Discover the world of baking and bread-making,
- Develop your data skills in an exciting and rapidly evolving industry,
- Work on concrete projects that have a direct impact on our baking business.
[Diversity & Inclusion]: At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.