Graduate - Strategy & Innovation Job at SITA (Barcelona)

Job Description

Welcome to SITA! We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication breakthroughs are the foundation of the global air travel industry. You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big? Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA. ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM - SITA is on the lookout for a recent graduate to join our SkyStar Program within the Strategy & Growth Enablement function, initially for a 12 period, with opportunity to become permanent. Your main tasks as Graduate- Strategy & Innovation, will involve supporting the day‑to‑day operations of SITA's Central Innovation Fund (CIF). Working closely with more senior members of the Strategy & Innovation team, and the wider S&GE team, you will take ownership of clearly defined tasks across intake administration, portfolio documentation, reporting, and event support. You will learn the mechanics of stage‑gate governance, how innovation projects are evaluated and funded, and how to communicate progress to stakeholders. This role is a hands‑on opportunity to build the foundations of a career in innovation and strategy in a supportive, structured environment with regular guidance and feedback. Early career talent is our future, and we're thrilled to have you join impactful missions alongside our experts, nurturing your growth with valuable experiences. We can't wait to witness the incredible things you'll achieve with us! Empowered People, Reinventing Travel

Job Responsibility

Support the CIF intake funnel: help collect and organize submissions, perform basic eligibility checks against defined criteria, and flag questions to your manager
Help prepare materials for stage‑gate reviews and steering forums under the guidance of senior colleagues
take meeting notes, capture decisions, and track follow‑ups
Maintain the portfolio trackers (pipeline, stage, budget, decision logs) — keep entries accurate, complete, and up to date
Pull data from internal systems and populate monthly budget and portfolio reporting templates in PowerPoint and Excel
Build clear charts and summary slides to visualize portfolio progress
incorporate feedback from your manager to improve drafts
Prepare clear, concise notes and summaries for the immediate team and direct stakeholders
Support innovation project teams by sharing templates, guidelines, and useful resources
answer basic questions and escalate more complex ones
Help compile lightweight business cases and customer test plans using existing frameworks and templates
Capture learnings from project reviews and add them to the internal knowledge base
Keep CIF policies, templates, and guidance documents organized and current under your manager’s direction
Support vendor onboarding paperwork and basic compliance checks in partnership with Finance, Legal, and Procurement colleagues
Identify when to ask for help, when to research independently, and when to escalate
Help organize demo days, showcases, and learning sessions — logistics, invites, agendas, and follow‑ups
Draft short write‑ups of project wins and learnings for internal communications, working from supervisor guidance
Participate actively in team discussions
share useful learnings and resources with colleagues

Requirements

University degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Engineering, Sciences, or a relevant field (recent graduates welcome)
0–1 year of professional experience — internships, university projects, or first roles in innovation, strategy, consulting, product, or operations are all relevant
Solid working proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
comfortable building clean slides and basic charts
Strong written and verbal English
able to write clear summaries and present comfortably to immediate team members and direct stakeholders
Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and reliable
able to manage multiple small tasks to deadline with guidance
Open to feedback, eager to learn, and comfortable asking clarifying questions
Structured Thinking: Approaches assigned tasks methodically and is learning to apply simple MECE frameworks
Ownership & Time Management: Takes responsibility for assigned tasks, manages time to meet deadlines, and seeks guidance when planning or prioritizing
Clear Communication: Prepares clear, concise notes, summaries, and slides for immediate stakeholders
listens actively and acts on feedback
Attention to Detail: Produces accurate, timely, quality‑controlled outputs
double‑checks work before sharing
Curiosity & Learning Mindset: Builds foundational knowledge in innovation, strategy, and project management
reflects on feedback to keep improving
Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members, participates actively in discussions, and adapts to evolving workstream needs

Nice to have

Exposure to innovation, venture, or accelerator environments through internships, student clubs, or coursework
Familiarity with project tools such as Power BI, Smartsheet, Jira, or Confluence
Interest in the aviation, travel, or technology sectors
Experience producing data visualizations or summary reports for an audience

What we offer

Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team’s needs)
Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans
Flex Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world
Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health – a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs
Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning
Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status
Guidance and Support: Receive support from a Buddy and a Mentor throughout your Graduate experience
Continuous Learning: Access training programs to enhance your technical and soft skills
Community Connection: Join a vibrant community of Graduates locally and globally, sharing experiences and building lasting connections
Hands-On Aviation Experience: Dive into global aviation operations, applying your skills and gaining real-world experience
Career Growth: Develop both technical and communication skills, advancing your professional journey

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