Praktikum Controlling I Beteiligungscontrolling (w/m/d)

About OTTO

OTTO is one of Europe's most successful e-commerce companies, offering over 18 million items and representing over 34,000 brands. As a marketplace, we are continuously expanding by welcoming new brands and partners, driving our growth. We are always looking for motivated individuals to join us in shaping the future of e-commerce.

We value diversity, openness, respect, and tolerance. We encourage you to bring your unique perspective and join us on our journey.

At OTTO, you can contribute ideas, drive projects, engage in networks, and actively shape our company culture. We embrace experimentation, innovative thinking, and personal growth. Let's achieve great things together, whether you work on campus or remotely.

About the Controlling Internship - Shareholder Controlling (m/f/d)

Our Shareholder Controlling team supports the Otto Group's top management in steering the company. Our dynamic controlling team, based at our headquarters, analyzes and evaluates the development of key global business activities. We provide the executive board with actionable recommendations on current strategic and operational issues, maintaining constant communication with subsidiaries and other teams within the Otto Group Holding.

In our team, you'll find a passion for the Otto Group's business models and KPIs, open communication, appreciation, and professional exchange. You'll gain practical experience with steering and controlling tools and actively manage your own areas of responsibility. We look forward to meeting you!

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, allowing our team to decide when to work remotely and when to be present in the office.

Your Responsibilities:

• Gain comprehensive insights into the management of a globally active retail and service group as a fully integrated team member.
• Independently conduct various business analyses, such as responding to ad-hoc requests from the executive board or during the planning process.
• Analyze and evaluate current operational and strategic issues for the supervisory boards of subsidiaries, providing valuable input directly to the executive board.
• Prepare monthly reports for the executive board on national and international subsidiaries.
• Independently manage assigned tasks, such as internal and external benchmarks.

If you're unsure whether this internship is the right fit for you, feel free to contact Dennis Karzek () or Knut von Ahlen () from the team.

Must-haves:

• Currently enrolled as a student in at least your 3rd semester, pursuing a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Controlling and Finance, or a comparable field, or currently in a gap year between Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
• Availability to support us from April for 5-6 months.
• Strong analytical thinking skills and a good understanding of numbers.
• Ability to work independently and goal-oriented, with a curious and team-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in MS Office and IT-savvy.
• Openness to exploring and utilizing AI tools in your work.
• Language proficiency: German C1 (expert language use) and English B1 (advanced language use).

Nice-to-haves:

• Previous experience in Controlling, Finance, or Auditing.

What We Offer:

• Professional & Personal Development:
  • Training opportunities (e.g., OTTO Academy, digital learning platforms like Masterplan).
  • Mentoring, job shadowing, open feedback culture, career orientation programs.
  • Support for thesis projects, a dedicated supervisor, and direct contacts in HR.
• Culture & Collaboration:
  • Community and networks, coworking and social spaces.
  • Leadership based on equality, flat hierarchies, independent and responsible work.
  • Regular employee surveys, adherence to leading principles.
  • Complimentary hot beverages and a diverse food selection (including vegan options).
• Compensation & Benefits:
  • Attractive salary (€1300 - €2266).
  • 15% employee discount on OTTO items and numerous other benefits (e.g., events, travel).
  • 30 days of annual leave.
  • Basic technical equipment provided.
• Onboarding:
  • A one-week onboarding program for students, including a welcome session, inspirational talks, get-togethers, and an executive board talk.
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Hybrid work model with up to 50% remote work per month.
  • Flexible working hours (flexitime), 37.5-hour week.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  • Mindfulness and stress management courses.
  • Company doctor and psychosocial counseling services.
• Mobility:
  • Contribution towards the Deutschlandticket.
  • Free parking, electric charging stations, StadtRAD bike-sharing stations.

And many more benefits!

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us via email at or via WhatsApp at . We will get back to you as soon as possible. You can find more tips for your online application here: xkxcfiw.