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Trainee, Business Development

CompanyValmet
LocationVantaa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 14, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The trainee will support the Global Commercial Excellence team by assisting in the development and delivery of commercial analytics solutions. They will also contribute to preparing reports, dashboards, and insights while collaborating across various global functions.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
13218
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Valmet has two focused segments:​ Biomaterial Solutions and Services and Process Performance Solutions. Valmet’s operating model consists of five business areas: Automation Solutions; Flow Control; Pulp, Energy and Circularity; Packaging and Paper; and Tissue. The business areas are supported by a separate Latin America unit and a China Chair. The Global Supply unit supports cost-competitiveness by optimizing and leveraging Valmet’s global scale in procurement and production.
About the Role

Want to gain hands-on experience in data-driven business transformation?

We are seeking a Trainee, Commercial Analytics to join Valmet’s Commercial Excellence team. In this role, you will be an active member of our team, supporting analytics initiatives and contributing to Valmet’s commercial transformation journey and customer success. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in analytics and commercial development in a truly international environment.

The preferred location for this position is Valmet’s Head office in Espoo, Finland. This is a full-time trainee role, starting in September 2026 and continuing until March 2027. You will report to the VP, Commercial Excellence.

Key responsibilities:

  • Work as an active member of the Global Commercial Excellence team, supporting analytics-related tasks and projects

  • Assist in developing and delivering commercial analytics solutions that help improve business performance

  • Contribute to preparing reports, dashboards, and insights for global stakeholders

  • Collaborate with different functions and regions in a truly global environment

To be successful in this position, you will need:

  • On-going or recently completed master-level studies in Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a closely related field

  • Keen interest in commercial analytics, sales development, and/or pricing analytics in a B2B industrial environment

  • Previous work experience in analytics or related tasks is an advantage

  • Strong Excel skills and some relevant experience with data analytics tools, e.g. Python, Power BI, or SQL

  • Fluent in written and spoken English; other language skills are an advantage

  • Good communication and teamwork skills

We offer

At Valmet, you will work in a professional, energetic, and truly global environment alongside experts from diverse fields. This trainee role provides plenty of learning opportunities and a genuine chance to grow your skills while contributing to a purpose that truly matters. With a fresh strategy and operating model in place, you will be part of our change journey and have the opportunity to make an impact in shaping Valmet’s future.

Want to know more?

Ready to make an impact? Submit your application by the stated deadline, August 23, 2026. For more information, please contact Visa Mäkeläinen, Senior Manager, Commercial Analytics, at visa.makelainen@valmet.com.

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When everything works together 

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views. Join the team – and lead the way with us!
www.valmet.com/careers

Key Skills
Business analyticsData scienceComputer scienceStatisticsCommercial analyticsSales developmentPricing analyticsExcelPythonPower BISQLCommunicationTeamworkData analysisReporting
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