Alternant(e) - Data Governance & Ops Associate - H/F

Are you looking for an internship or a work-study program in environmental fields? Are you a student completing a degree program in higher education?

Are you interested in joining an international group that designs innovative solutions for the ecological transformation of businesses and communities, committed to preserving the planet’s delicate balance and replenishing the world’s resources?

At Veolia, we support you and your ambitions.

Because the future is shaped with you. Welcome!

Veolia aims to become the leading company in ecological transformation. Our mission to “Resource the world” also reflects the commitment of our 220,000 employees to making a positive impact on our planet.

At Veolia’s Headquarters, you will have a rewarding experience, supported by passionate and dedicated colleagues who are by your side to help you grow and become a key player in ecological transformation.

Your job is to make sure our data ecosystem works for everyone. You won’t just study theory; you will ensure our tools (Coalesce, Microsoft Fabric) are reliable, easy to find, and used correctly across the company. You are a full member of the team, acting as the guardian of our technical quality.

1. Product Ownership for Data Catalog (60%)

• Product Owner (Coalesce Data Catalog): Manage the Coalesce backlog; translate business requirements into technical User Stories; prioritize metadata enrichment and certify "Gold" assets to ensure the catalog is the "Single Source of Truth."

• Quality & Data Domain Steering:

• AI Product QA: Act as the lead tester for internal AI Assistants (LLMs); identify "hallucinations" or gaps in logic; optimize the underlying knowledge base (documentation) to increase AI accuracy for business users.

2. Architectural Alignment & Governance Strategy (40%)

• Orchestrating Governance Rituals: Drive Data Governance Committees; prepare strategic Steering Decks for leadership; track the execution of high-impact action items to boost the Group’s data maturity.

• Ambassador of the Data Framework: Translate complex architectural standards into actionable playbooks; ensure "rules of the art" are adopted by operational teams as project accelerators rather than constraints.

We are offering an apprenticeship contract to start in early September 2026 for a duration of 24 months.

Alternation rhythm: 3 days in the company / 2 days at school, preferably

Why join us?

• Cutting-Edge Tech Stack: Hands-on experience with market-leading tools like Coalesce, observability platforms, Microsoft Fabric, and AI-driven governance.

• True Ownership: You will manage initiatives/projects from A to Z with the mentorship of senior experts.

• Strategic Exposure: A unique 360° view of how data architecture drives business value in a global organization.

Who you are:

• Student: Master’s student (Information System, Engineering, Business) looking for a high-impact apprenticeship.

• Curiosity-Driven: You have a natural "investigative" mindset. You don't just use tools; you want to understand how they work, explore new features, and stay ahead of data trends (AI, Data Mesh, Observability).

• Analytical & Structured: You are able to simplify complex technical concepts into clear, actionable frameworks.

• Change-Maker: You don't just want to watch the digital transformation—you want to build the foundations that make it possible.

• French C2 - bilingual
• English B1 / B2 - Operational

• Organized, Pragmatic
• Clear communication with technical and business users
• Professional writing
• Strong synthesis skills

Nous offrons une une rémunération égale ou supérieure aux minimums légaux pour les contrats d'apprentissage et les contrats de professionnalisation. Candidat libre du choix de son école.

En tant qu'entreprise inclusive, Veolia s’engage pour la diversité et accorde la même considération à toutes les candidatures, sans discrimination.