Communication & Institutional Relations Trainee

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities.

BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963.

Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities.

Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change.

BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose.

We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

What You’ll Do You will join BCG Italy’s Marketing team in Milan supporting the firm’s communications activities and its institutional relations agenda, gaining exposure to how BCG builds and strengthens its reputation across the business, media, and institutional landscape.

Working closely with experienced colleagues across Communications and Institutional Relations, you will contribute to content development, media activation, stakeholder relationship activities, and strategic visibility initiatives.

This is a unique opportunity to develop a broad understanding of corporate communications, public affairs, and reputation-building within one of the world’s leading management consulting firms.

• You Are Good At
• Assisting in media relations activities, including media monitoring and analysis, press coverage tracking, and the preparation and distribution of press releases;
• Supporting the development and execution of internal and external communications initiatives across multiple channels;
• Drafting, editing, and coordinating content for newsletters, social media, corporate communications, and other marketing materials;
• Supporting the coordination of communications campaigns, events, conferences, and visibility initiatives;
• Assisting with the execution of BCG’s Institutional Relations agenda and stakeholder engagement activities;
• Helping build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the institutional, business, and academic landscape;
• Supporting the preparation of materials, research, and briefings for meetings, events, and strategic engagement initiatives;
• Monitoring relevant developments across the media, business, and institutional environment to identify opportunities and support informed decision-making;
• Collaborating with colleagues across functions and senior leaders to strengthen BCG’s visibility, reputation, and external positioning;
• Managing multiple priorities with attention to detail, professionalism, and a service-oriented mindset.

Please mind that the role will be focused on the activities listed above, but not limited to them. What You’ll Bring

• University degree or currently enrolled in a degree program in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Political Science, International Relations, Public Affairs, or a related field);
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, in Italian and English;
• Good command of MS Office applications – familiarity with social media platforms and content management tools is a plus;
• Strong interest and curiosity toward corporate communications, media relations, public affairs, and institutional engagement in business-oriented environments;
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with different stakeholders;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Proactive mindset, strong organizational skills, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment;
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.

Additional info This Opportunity Is Offered As a 6-month Internship Designed To Provide Hands-on Experience And Professional Development Within BCG.

As This Is An Internship Position, Participants Will Receive a Monthly Allowance, In Accordance With The Internship Agreement.

• Interns Will Also Benefit From
• Daily meal vouchers / daily meal;
• Access to selected corporate discounts and partner offers.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

BCG is an E - Verify Employer.

Click here for more information on E-Verify.