ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 40 countries. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for water management, renewable energy production, and large-scale construction projects, positioning itself as a key player in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, it is one of Spain's most prominent multinational corporations and is listed on the IBEX 35 index.

Headquartered in Madrid, ACCIONA offers extensive opportunities for international professionals, particularly in engineering, project management, and sustainability. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, frequently recruiting global talent for its complex international projects managed from Spain. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability makes it a top choice for professionals looking to build a career in the green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Formed in 1997 through the merger of Entrecanales y Távora and MZOV, companies with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. It has since evolved from a traditional construction firm into a global leader in sustainability and renewable energy.

Open Innovation Internship

ACCIONA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce, made up of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We are looking for people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

In the ACCIONA Scholarship Program, you will be part of teams that will involve you in projects from day one, accompanied by experts who will help you develop your capabilities and participate in the day-to-day operations of a global company.

ACCIONA, in its Infrastructure division, needs to incorporate an intern for the Open Innovation scholarship at its Madrid Campus.

Job Description

Mission: Provide support in the management of open innovation programs and in the development of their projects

Functions:

1. Business Intelligence

• Support for the analysis of trend reports from the company's different businesses

• Support for the analysis of new technologies emerging in the market

• Use of specialized tools and platforms for competitive intelligence analysis

2. Startup Scouting

• Support for the mapping of the Spanish and international entrepreneurial ecosystem

• Support for the analysis of international startups and scaleups

• Use of a CRM for the management of startup profiles

• Support for the selection of startups within the I'MNOVATION process

3. Project Management

• Support for project management applying agile methodologies

• Support in the monitoring of pilot projects

• Support in the design of creativity sessions

4. Communication

• Support for coordination with the social media department

• Support for the drafting and preparation of communication materials

• Coordination with communication areas for ecosystem events

• Support for the preparation of communication plans for innovation programs

5. Fast Track

• Support for the monitoring of contractual documents associated with innovation programs

• Support for monitoring the status of invoices associated with each startup and/or pilot

• Handling of operations tools such as SEO.net and PROCUR-e for

placing orders.

Candidate Requirements

-Final year of an undergraduate degree or an enabling master's in Engineering (preferably Industrial), Business Administration, Journalism, Advertising, Innovation (LEINN), or other related degrees.

-Minimum English level B1, with the ability to handle meetings and good written and oral communication.

Availability:

Availability to sign an internship agreement with the university or study center for 6 months.
Start date in September.

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for people with high potential, teamwork capacity, and motivation to grow within an international company. If you believe this is your profile and you are looking to boost your future in a career that generates a positive impact on the planet, you have come to the right place... we want you on our team!

We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and therefore work to promote an inclusive environment in which respect, belonging, and commitment are promoted so that all people can participate with equal opportunities. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best companies to work for in Spain.

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Somos una compañía global, líder en el desarrollo de infraestructuras regenerativas que generan un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Nuestra plantilla, formada por más de 65.000 profesionales y presente en más de 40 países de los cinco continentes, contribuye a nuestra misión de diseñar un planeta mejor. Buscamos personas que quieran marcar la diferencia, promover el desarrollo sostenible y encontrar soluciones a los mayores desafíos globales, incluidos el cambio climático, la sobrepoblación y la escasez hídrica. Únete a nosotros en la búsqueda de soluciones para lograr un futuro sostenible.

En el Programa de Becas de ACCIONA formarás parte de equipos que te involucrarán en proyectos desde el primer día, acompañado por expertos que te ayudarán a desarrollar tus capacidades y participar en el día a día de una empresa global.

ACCIONA, en su división de Infraestructuras, precisa incorporar a una persona en prácticas para la beca de Open Innovation en su Campus de Madrid.

Descripción del puesto

Misión: Dar soporte en la gestión de programas de innovación abierta y en el desarrollo de sus proyectos

Funciones:

1. Business Intelligence

• Soporte al análisis de informes de tendencias de los diferentes negocios de la compañía

• Soporte al análisis de nuevas tecnologías que estén surgiendo en el mercado

• Uso de herramientas y plataformas especializadas en el análisis de inteligencia competitiva

2. Scouting de startups

• Soporte al mapeo del ecosistema emprendedor español e internacional

• Soporte al análisis de startups y scaleups de ámbito internacional

• Uso de un CRM para la gestión de perfiles de startups

• Soporte a la selección de startups dentro del proceso I'MNOVATION

3. Project Management

• Soporte a la gestión de proyectos aplicando metodologías ágiles

• Apoyo en el seguimiento de proyectos piloto

• Soporte en el diseño de sesiones de creatividad

4. Comunicación

• Soporte a la coordinación con el departamento de redes sociales

• Soporte a la redacción y elaboración de materiales de comunicación

• Coordinación con áreas de comunicación de los eventos de ecosistema

• Soporte a la elaboración de planes de comunicación de programas de innovación

5. Fast Track

• Soporte al seguimiento de documentos contractuales asociados a los programas de innovación

• Soporte al seguimiento del estado de las facturas asociadas a cada startup y/o piloto

•Manejo de herramientas de operaciones como SEO.net y PROCUR-e para la

realización de pedidos.

Requisitos del candidato

-Último año de grado o un máster habilitante en Ingeniería (preferiblemente Industrial), ADE, Periodismo, Publicidad, Innovación (LEINN) u otras titulaciones afines.

-Nivel de inglés mínimo B1, con capacidad para desenvolverse en reuniones y buena comunicación tanto escrita como oral.

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