Stage - Software & Services Strategic Intelligence Analyst

Work Environment

The Energy Management Software & Services (EM S&S) division brings together Schneider Electric's software, digital solutions, sustainability, and services businesses into a unified organization spanning the entire customer value chain , from design and deployment to operations and lifecycle optimization. By combining advanced software platforms, integrated solutions, and expert services, EM S&S helps customers accelerate their digital and sustainability transformation while delivering measurable business outcomes.

You will join the Strategic Intelligence & Planning team (5 people) , a central function that supports the Division's strategic priorities through market intelligence, competitive insights, customer needs and offer-, segment- specific business analysis .

Working alongside a team of Strategic Intelligence Managers, you will contribute to topics across Energy Management Software, Digital Energy Solutions, Services, Sustainability, and division-wide strategic initiatives. Your work will help business leaders better understand market dynamics, competitor strategies, emerging technologies, and growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving software-driven energy ecosystem.

You will work with corporate strategy, Business Unit strategy, Line of Business strategic marketing, potentially commercial / segment teams.

Role & Missions

Join the Strategic Intelligence team within the Software & Services Division, where you will work alongside Line of Business Strategic Intelligence Managers supporting the Division's key businesses priorities.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to track and analyze market developments across energy management software, solutions, sustainability, and services markets, identifying key trends, growth drivers, disruptive technologies, customer needs, and emerging business opportunities.
• Support monitoring competitor activities and strategic movements, including portfolio evolution, M&A, partnerships, go-to-market strategies, product launches, and financial performance to assess potential business implications.
• Contribute to strategic intelligence deliverables including monthly newsletters, AMR (annual market review) campaign, quarterly business reviews, ad-hoc deep dives if needed etc.
• Support strategic planning and business reviews by gathering, structuring, and synthesizing market, customer, and competitive insights into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Leverage external databases, analyst reports, AI tools to conduct research, generate insights, and strengthen the Division's strategic knowledge base.
• Collaborate with other teams e.g. Strategy and Marketing on cross-functional initiatives, providing market insights and analytical support to key strategic projects

Localization : Le Hive (92-Rueil-Malmaison)

Remote working: yes non – 8 days a month

Travel requirements: no

Duration of internship : 6 months

Desired start date: Q4 2026

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree (Bac+4/5) in Engineering or business school, ideally with specialisation in energy related, marketing or strategy

Required technical skills / tools

• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to conduct desk research, benchmark competitors, and identify key market trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Great written communication skills with the ability to translate information into concise deliverables.

Soft skills

• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in energy management strategy, market dynamics, and competitive environments.
• Proactive, autonomous, and self-driven mindset
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills in a multicultural and international environment.
• Team-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate across functions and geographies.

Preferred skills

• Ability to read and interpret financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement) is a plus
• Experience with data visualization, market intelligence, or business intelligence tools.

Languages – Required English level

Fluent English

Here, our differences make us stronger:

At Schneider Electric, we are committed to inclusion and diversity, welcoming every individual with openness, respect, and a sense of belonging. And because a great internship deserves great benefits, here is what we offer:

• a monthly internship allowance based on your level of education (Schneider Electric compensation grids above legal requirements),
• an end-of-internship bonus at the manager’s discretion based on performance, reimbursement of 75% of public transportation costs for commuting between home and work, and a dedicated onboarding day for internships lasting more than three months.
• Additional benefits include access to a company restaurant or meal vouchers where applicable,
• cultural and sports activities (depending on the local Works Council and internship duration),
• and up to two remote working days per week for eligible positions.

For this France based position, the expected pay range is EUR 0 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives (annual bonus) at target. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located in France. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Individual’s compensation is positioned within the range based on several factors such as knowledge, job-related skills, experience, potential and relevant education or training.

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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: company health, death and disability insurance, paid time off, RTT, teleworking, paid family leaves, parenting and caregivers support.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: beyond your salary we offer employee saving plan with company matching (PEG), retirement plans (PERO, PERECO), employee share ownership plan and profit sharing plan.

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