Application Guide

How to Apply for Partner Success Intern (French-speaking)

at Via Transporation

🏢 About Via Transporation

Via is revolutionizing public transportation with its cutting-edge software, powering efficient, affordable, and sustainable networks globally. As a Partner Success Intern, you'll directly contribute to transforming transit systems in France, working with a dynamic team that values innovation and impact.

About This Role

In this role, you'll become a Via expert, ensuring partners receive top-tier support and driving quality assurance for new features. You'll also manage marketing campaigns and analyze performance data, making a tangible difference in how cities move.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day by checking partner support tickets and reviewing performance dashboards. You might draft product documentation for a new feature, then collaborate with the marketing team to set up a campaign. After lunch, analyze campaign data to prepare insights for a quarterly business review with a key partner.

🎯 Who Via Transporation Is Looking For

  • Fluent in French (C2) and English (C2), with Italian as a strong plus
  • Currently in at least 3rd semester of university, with a knack for data analysis and drawing actionable insights
  • Highly organized and proactive, with an entrepreneurial mindset to own projects end-to-end
  • Excellent communicator who can build relationships with partners and collaborate across teams

📝 Tips for Applying to Via Transporation

1

Highlight any experience with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau) and provide examples of insights you've drawn from data.

2

Showcase your French language proficiency by submitting a cover letter written in French, or include a note about your fluency level.

3

Mention any familiarity with public transportation or mobility apps, even from a user perspective, to demonstrate passion for Via's mission.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize project ownership and proactive initiatives, such as leading a school project or organizing an event.

5

Include a brief example of how you've handled a complex problem or supported a partner/client in a previous role or internship.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your bilingual fluency and ability to communicate effectively in both French and English.', 'Your data-driven mindset and comfort with analyzing performance metrics to drive decisions.', 'Your proactive, entrepreneurial approach and examples of taking ownership of projects.', "Your genuine interest in sustainable transportation and Via's mission to transform urban mobility."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • Read Via's blog and press releases to understand recent partnerships and product launches in France.
  • Explore Via's website to learn about their software platform and how it integrates with existing transit systems.
  • Check Via's LinkedIn for employee insights and company culture posts.
  • Review news articles about Via's expansion in Europe, especially in French-speaking regions.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you handle a partner who is dissatisfied with a new product feature?
2 Describe a time you used data to identify a problem and propose a solution.
3 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple partner requests and marketing campaigns?
4 What do you know about Via's technology and how it improves public transit?
5 Give an example of a successful marketing campaign you've been involved in and what made it effective.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application; tailor your resume and cover letter to Via's mission and this specific role.
  • Avoid neglecting the language requirements; ensure your French and English proficiency is clearly demonstrated.
  • Don't overlook the data aspect; failing to mention any data skills or experience can hurt your candidacy.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

Offer

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