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Cerved

Business intelligence and credit risk analytics

ESG Intern

Winter 2026
€10/hr+ Monthly expense reimbursement
Internship
Bachelor's
San Donato Milanese, Italy
HybridHybrid work is available.
Data & AnalyticsData Analysis

About the job

Requirements
  • Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Economics, Finance, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline.
  • Strong interest in sustainability, sustainable finance, and ESG factors.
  • Good analytical skills and familiarity with using and interpreting data.
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of programming languages such as Python and/or Stata software.
  • Good command of written and spoken English.
Responsibilities
  • Support the team in collecting, analyzing, and verifying qualitative and quantitative data relating to the ESG performance of assessed companies.
  • Collaborate on preparing reports, presentations, and documentation supporting ESG analysis and ratings activities.
  • Monitor key regulatory developments and market trends in sustainability.
  • Support the updating and development of methodologies and tools used in ESG assessment processes.
  • Collaborate on analyzing and enriching ESG databases and information sources, contributing to insights and indicators for assessments.
  • Support the team in delivering projects for corporate and institutional clients, exploring key ESG and sustainable-finance topics.

About the company

Cerved is an Italian business intelligence and data analytics company helping organizations make informed financial, commercial, and credit decisions. Its services span credit and business ratings, fraud and compliance risk, lending decision support, credit management, and real estate valuation for SMEs, enterprises, and financial institutions. What sets Cerved apart is its blend of proprietary data, ratings expertise, and consulting built over decades in the Italian market. The goal is to help clients pursue sustainable, well-informed growth.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Donato Milanese, Italy

Founded

1974

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What believers are saying

  • Cerved expects 2026 revenue recovery from Atoka and improved pricing across April-December.
  • July 2026 forecasts show Italian corporate revenues stabilizing, supporting demand for Cerved analytics.
  • Cost cuts lifted 2025 EBITDA margins to 41.8%, preserving cash during transition.

What critics are saying

  • S&P cut Cerved outlook negative on July 8, 2026 after 14% Q1 revenue decline.
  • Union strikes on March 25 and February 2, 2026 signal worsening labor relations and exits.
  • Without sustained recovery, 2029 refinancing becomes difficult on a stand-alone basis, threatening independence.

What makes Cerved unique

  • ION-backed Atoka launched in 2026, bundling AI sales intelligence with Cerved distribution.
  • Cerved retains Italian IP rights while ION funds modernization and global commercialization.
  • Cerved Industry Forecast covers 750,000 companies, giving unmatched Italian credit and sector coverage.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options