About this role
We are looking for a talented Quality Placement Student to join our European Quality team within the Distribution Business Unit (DBU) at our Cummins facility in Peschiera Borromeo (Milan Area), Italy, for a 12-month placement.
This is an exciting opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in quality management, supplier coordination, and continuous improvement within a global organisation. Working closely with our Italian and European Quality teams, you will support quality processes, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to projects that enhance business performance and customer satisfaction.
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers and international stakeholders.
- Good analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative approach, with the confidence to work independently and take responsibility.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with SharePoint and Power BI would be an advantage.
- Native or near-native proficiency in Italian , along with strong written and spoken English communication skills.
Education/Experience:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Interest in quality management, business operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement.
- Previous internship or project experience in a relevant field would be an advantage but is not required.
- Availability for a 12-month placement in Peschiera Borromeo, with a minimum of 60% on-site attendance and flexibility for remote working.