Financial Modelling Working Student

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In a nutshell 

Picnic has 10,000+ products that it sells across hundreds of categories. Each of these categories requires it's own financial planning with various seasonalities, promotional plans, and initiatives.
We're looking for someone to own and expand Picnic's commercial planning for 2 months, to add more metrics and build a highly dynamic and insightful performance and budgeting tool for 2026. This model will help steer decisions of 100+ individuals at Picnic and create helpful insights to drive better commercial performance.
You will be supported by an experienced financial lead and gain great insight into how Picnic operates financially, as well as gaining valuable financial modelling skills.

 

Tricks of the trade

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Strategic Impact: Contribute directly to shaping Picnic’s commercial direction by helping build the 2026 commercial budget model that spans all product categories.
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Ownership from Day One: Take responsibility for designing and implementing a new commercial model that will sit at the heart of Picnic’s business strategy for 2026.
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High-Level Exposure: Work closely with senior stakeholders across commercial, finance, and strategy teams to ensure alignment and impact at scale.
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Data-Driven Modelling: Develop and refine financial and commercial models that drive decision-making and long-term planning across the business.

 

Your superpowers

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Currently pursuing a Master's degree in a finance-oriented field (e.g. Finance, Economics, or similar)
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Previous internship experience at a bank, private equity firm, or similar financial institution is a strong plus
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Available for 2 months  
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Available a minimum of 3 days p/w
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Curious, independent, detail-oriented with a proactive mindset
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Fluent in English 

 

Picnic Perks

🚀Every expert was once a beginner!
You’ll get plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and grow, including the Picnic Tech Academy, Lunch & Learn sessions, and tailored soft skills training. We also offer free professional weekly language courses.
🌍Make a difference
You’ll work in an awesome startup environment with the freedom to drive your own projects and create a visible impact. Our fully electric vehicles and sustainable business model mean you’ll also be contributing to making the world a better place! 
🤝Teamwork makes the dream work
With more than 80 nationalities across 3 countries, you’ll be part of a diverse company with plenty of cool stuff to get involved with, from board game evenings to after-work drinks to our company ski trip and more!
🥗Fresh Lunch, coffee, and snacks 
Our offices are equipped with fully-fledged coffee bars and a kitchen and chefs. They prepare delicious fresh and warm lunches every day so you can keep your energy up.
💪Stay healthy
Mental health is important. As well as having the option to speak with Picnic colleagues who act as confidential advisors, our collaboration with OpenUp gives you easy access to professional psychologists, along with workshops and materials.
There are plenty of sports communities and events to get involved with, from tennis to yoga to climbing! 
💰Attractive package
You’ll receive a gross hourly wage of €16, along with a laptop and phone to support your work. Travel costs can also be reimbursed, depending on your location. 

 

A bit about us

When you join Picnic, you’re joining the shopping revolution, delivering groceries to millions of people across Europe, and we’re growing fast. Think super fresh products and personal service, but in a modern, sustainable way. And we’re the only ones in the world doing it all by ourselves. From our fully automated fulfillment centre to delivery algorithms and marketing campaigns: we do it all in-house. Our team consists of 85+ nationalities and we’re always looking for new talent. Ready for the ride?

Recruitment Process

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CV screening

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Phone screening

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Online assessment

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Interviews

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Closing interview

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Offer

Commitment to equal opportunities

Picnic is an equal opportunity employer—this means that all decisions regarding applications will be based on qualifications and merit. Applicants will be regarded independently of age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, skin color, civil status, religious beliefs, physical or mental disability, or any other factors protected by law. 
At Picnic, we celebrate and value our differences and are committed to building a safe and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves. 

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