Internship placement manager

🚀About Uplift

Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 52 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.

⭐About Our Client

Our client is a leading global organization dedicated to connecting students and recent graduates with high-quality international and remote internship opportunities. They operate across more than a dozen major cities worldwide and collaborate with over 800 partner companies spanning 30+ industries. Their mission is to empower young talent through immersive professional experiences that foster career readiness, global awareness, and personal growth.

We are seeking a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit Internship Placement Manager. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for connecting students with quality internships across the globe by matching their goals with relevant companies and ensuring a smooth, impactful placement experience.

This role is hybrid for candidates based in Barcelona ( 3 days/week in office) and fully remote for those located elsewhere in Spain.

Requirements

* Manage and execute the end-to-end internship placement process for 100+ students annually
* Source and maintain partnerships with host companies across various industries
* Ensure quality internship matches based on students’ academic, professional, and geographic preferences
* Collaborate with internal teams such as Student Success, Sales, and Business Development
* Communicate regularly with companies and students before, during, and after internships
* Organize check-ins, resolve placement issues proactively, and minimize escalation
* Support internal documentation and CRM data accuracy
* Travel occasionally to meet company partners and attend events

What We’re Looking For

* 3+ years of experience in recruitment, sales, account management, or similar placement-focused roles
* Fluency in English and French is required
* Comfortable with CRM systems and data management
* Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with minimal need for supervision
* Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
* Able to prioritize and act independently under pressure
* Strong organizational and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments
* Enthusiastic about working in a start-up-like environment with high expectations and low bureaucracy

Benefits

What You’ll Get

* Private health insurance
* Flexible benefits (meal vouchers, transport, and discounts)
* Wellhub access (gym, wellness, therapy)
* Learning & development budget
* 90-day “work-from-anywhere” benefit annually
* Team-building activities and a collaborative, international work culture
* Flexible working hours