PVM Internship Marketing Marketing Mentos Candies

WELCOME TO PVM

For over a century, Perfetti Van Melle has been dedicated to crafting, producing, and delivering some of the world's most enjoyable and delicious confections. Our success is made possible by a global team of more than 18,000 passionate colleagues who work together to bring moments of joy to consumers every day. Through our iconic brands - including Mentos (Gum), Chupa Chups, Fruittella, Alpenliebe, Trident, Chupa Chups, Stimorol, Bubblicious, and Smint - we continue to create sweet experiences that delight people around the world.

THE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for an intern as part of our Global Mentos Gum brand team.  As Intern you will report to a Global Brand Manager. The team is focused on driving incremental growth for the Mentos Gum brand by developing new product concepts for a global roll out. 

During your internship you will support and assist the Team in various brand projects and initiatives as well as day-to-day operational tasks.

• • Support with preparation of presentations, analysis and reports around Mentos  portfolio management and sales
  • Support with the organization and maintenance of samples from the global portfolio as inbound and outbound samples management.
  • Support the management of packaging in close connection with global design agency (briefs, 3Ds).
  • Support communication with global markets in relation to ongoing activities and NPD projects.
  • Support the preparation, coordination and the rollout of big global NPD introductions and activations
  • Update and analyze the global portfolios: mapping by SKU key facts, key competitors/Top SKUs
  • Assist the Mentos Gum brand team in preparation of strategic meetings, research and recommendations for new projects
  • Support communication with global markets in relation to ongoing activities and NPD projects.
  • Search and collect what Mentos brand is doing on social media in different countries and if any improvement areas are needed based on Brand book guidance and inspiration for next steps.

OUR PERFECT CANDIDATE

• You are looking for a ‘Meewerkstage’ (work-internship) for at least 20 weeks at a Dutch HBO/University
• You are currently enrolled in a study, in the Netherland, in Marketing or related fields and you are looking for an internship of at least 20 weeks 
• You are available for a 32/ 40 hour per week internship of 5 – 6 months, starting in September 2026 in our office in Amsterdam Schiphol
• You have strong English skills as this is the main language in our business
• You are eager and proactive: you approach people easily, are eager to pick up work and new projects for your development and you are not afraid to ask for help when needed

WE OFFER

• An inspiring, creative, and supportive team culture in an international environment to learn and develop yourself
• An internship allowance of EUR 450 gross based on 40 hours per week + options for travel reimbursement
• Hybrid work after the first month of your internship ( 3 days at the office and 2 days WFH)
• Real-world experience in a global corporate environment

How to Apply
If you're eager to learn, bursting with creative energy, and excited to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send us your resume and a motivation letter by and not later than 10th May 2026

Please note, as this is an internship, your motivation matters more than your experience. Thereforeapplications without a motivation letter will not be taken into consideration. If you are interested in more thanone internship opportunity at Perfetti van Melle, please only apply once and mention this in your motivationletter.

For more information we kindly invite you to visit our global website.
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated