D-Orbit is looking for a PMO Back Office & AI-Driven Data Automation Intern to join our PMO – Operational Excellence team, based in Fino Mornasco.
In this role, you will support the PMO in the execution of the programme reporting cycle, ensuring the collection, validation and consolidation of project data across multiple Business Units.
You will also contribute to improving operational efficiency by analysing repetitive reporting activities and prototyping automation solutions, including the use of AI-based tools for data collection, verification and aggregation.
You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO team members and management stakeholders, contributing to accurate programme reporting, data-driven decision making and the continuous improvement of project governance processes across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
Programme reporting and back office
Collect and verify the completeness and consistency of progress files submitted by Project Managers
Consolidate programme data: estimate at completion (EAC/ETC), actuals, variances against cost and schedule baselines, project margin
Maintain and update the departmental KPI set and the summary dashboard serving management and the Business Units
Prepare periodic reporting packages (monthly and ad hoc) and support portfolio reviews
Reconcile project data against corporate sources (ERP, time recording system)
Maintain PMO templates and process documentation
Automation and AI tools
Map the reporting activities with the highest manual workload and identify automation opportunities
Develop scripts and workflows for the extraction, normalisation and automated aggregation of data from heterogeneous files
Test generative AI tools to support narrative summarisation of reports, anomaly detection in datasets, and quality control of the input received from PMs with the support of D-Orbit IT department.
Document the solutions developed and hand them over to the team, so that they remain usable and transferrable.
What the experience offers
End-to-end visibility over the programme portfolio of a NewSpace company and its financial control mechanisms
Direct exposure to Project Managers, Business Units, and the Finance and Operations functions
A concrete scope in which to apply AI-Driven data analysis and automation skills, with measurable impact on the team's work
Requirements
Essential
Degree (Bachelor's or Master's, including final-year students) in Management Engineering, Economics, Engineering, Statistics or a related field
Prior hands-on exposure to AI tools (e.g. Claude, Copilot) in a study or work context, with a basic understanding of their capabilities and limitations
Analytical mindset, accuracy and attention to data quality
Good written and spoken English
Genuine interest in process automation and in the professional use of AI tools
Desirable
Familiarity with project management and project control concepts (WBS, earned value, budget and forecast)
Experience — academic or personal — in using LLMs to process data or documents
Soft skills
Ability to engage with a range of stakeholders and to chase information tactfully and persistently
Self-organisation and reliability against deadlines in an environment driven by recurring reporting cycles
Discretion in handling financial and project data
Terms
Full-time, 6-month internship with expense allowance €800, company canteen (8€ meal vouchers) and structured mentoring. Possible consideration for a longer-term position at the end of the programme.
Additional Benefits
Meal vouchers
Variable compensation
Wellhub platform, offering a wide range of fitness, wellness, and wellbeing services
Serenis platform, including unlimited individual psychotherapy, nutrition, and coaching sessions
Flexible working arrangements, including smart working options and flexible scheduling based on role and team requirements
Who we are?
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At D-Orbit, we're pioneering the future of space logistics and transportation. Established in 2011, our company has been at the forefront of helping businesses unlock the full potential of the final frontier—profitably and sustainably.
As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of highly skilled individuals, all driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. So, if you are passionate about space and ready to take your ambition to new heights, join us in our global mission to push the boundaries of what's possible!
D-Orbit is part of a broader group that also includes Planetek, bringing together complementary expertise in space logistics, Earth observation, geospatial solutions, and advanced space services. Together, we share a common ambition: to enable innovative, sustainable, and high-impact solutions across the space sector.
Why join D-Orbit?
Work on missions that shape the future of space
International and multidisciplinary environment
Flexible working model
Opportunity to contribute directly to company growth
High level of autonomy and ownership
Hiring Process:
Here’s how our hiring process works—simple and straightforward:
Application Review – We carefully review applications that match the key requirements of the role. If your profile is selected for the next stage, a member of our People & Culture team will contact you directly.
We genuinely appreciate every application, even when there is not a match for the current opportunity.
Introduction Call – A conversation with the People & Culture team to get to know each other, discuss the opportunity, and align expectations.
Technical and Team Interviews – One or more interviews focused on the skills, experience, and approach relevant to the role.
Offer – If there is a strong mutual fit, we will share an offer and discuss the next steps.
The exact process may vary depending on the role.
We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and appreciate your patience as we carefully evaluate applications.
We’re excited to get to know you and see if you might be the next person to help us shaping the future of space!
NON-EU applicants:
At this time, we can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based.
Please note that this role requires a regular on-site presence and is not a fully remote position.
Some activities must be carried out in our facilities, many others are location-independent, and they can be performed effectively even remotely. This is why we don't measure the performance of people by how many hours they spend at the office: we only measure the outcome.
At D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are not just values, they are integral to our mission and the way we operate. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and celebrated for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also leads to better decision making, innovation, and overall success. We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, and where all voices are heard and valued. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to share their ideas, and where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this belief.