Internship – Global Early Careers

“Being part of such a tight-knit team allowed me to take real ownership of projects. Seeing the direct impact of my work made this internship an experience where I grew both professionally and personally”

The internship

Join our team at HEINEKEN’s Global Talent & Leadership department, located at our international head office in Amsterdam. As part of the Global Talent Acquisition Centre of Excellence, you’ll support the Global Graduate Program (GGP), our international program designed to attract and develop high-potential graduates into future leaders of HEINEKEN.

As an intern in the GGP team, you’ll contribute to a range of projects that bring the program to life across the globe. From supporting global recruitment campaigns to coordinating onboarding and community activities, your role will be key in ensuring a consistent and engaging candidate and graduate experience. You’ll also help communicate the right information to the right people, whether it’s future applicants, local HR teams, or the graduates themselves.

You will have the opportunity to work on:

• Supporting the strategic growth of the GGP, focusing on attracting and developing future HEINEKEN leaders.

• Assisting with global recruitment campaign coordination and promotion.

• Managing clear and timely communication for both internal and external audiences.

• Supporting onboarding and guiding graduates during key stages of their journey.

• Helping maintain and improve internal platforms and community tools.

• Coordinating yearly or agile activities for the Global Graduate Community.

Your new team and workplace

You’ll join a small, hands-on team where ownership and initiative are strongly encouraged, and where your ideas can directly shape the future of the Global Graduate Program.

The Global Graduate Program team sits within Global Talent Acquisition, which is part of Global Talent & Leadership (GT&L), the centre of excellence responsible for unlocking the potential of our people to grow HEINEKEN’s business.

In this internship, you will gain hands-on experience in how we attract and develop early-career talent around the world, working closely with a global network of stakeholders across our OpCos.

During your internship, you’ll have every opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as an organization, not just within your own team, but across departments. We trust and empower you to work with an entrepreneurial mindset. At HEINEKEN, we love bringing the outside world in and welcome fresh, new ideas with open arms. Of course, we’ll make sure you get the guidance that suits yo

The unique you!

We believe everyone has unique talents, which is why we’re looking for you! Energy, drive and the ambition to grow are what make the difference at HEINEKEN. In addition, you bring:

• You are currently studying at HBO or WO level and are interested in Early Careers

• You take initiative, are hands-on, and care about doing things well

• You like taking ownership and stay organized in a fast-changing environment

• You enjoy working with people from different backgrounds and connect easily across cultures

• You are eager to learn, get involved, and grow in an international environment where you can make an impact

Even if you feel you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. An internship is the perfect opportunity to learn and grow!

Conditions of HEINEKEN

1. You are enrolled at an educational institution for the entire duration of your internship and can provide proof of enrollment for the current academic year during your onboarding. a. In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution. b. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.

2. You reside in the Netherlands for the entire duration of your internship. Please note that HEINEKEN does not provide housing.

3. You are in possession of a valid citizen service number (BSN).

Our Internship Conditions

During your time as an intern at HEINEKEN, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where growing and learning are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we brew your future step by step. In addition, we offer you:

• A full-time practice-oriented internship, starting on September 1, 2026

• The duration of the internship is 5 or 6 months (to be agreed upon with your internship supervisor)

• Your home office will be located in Amsterdam.

• At HEINEKEN, we work with a hybrid model, typically spending three days a week at the office and two days working from home

• You will receive a monthly internship allowance of €650 gross based on a 40-hour workweek

• You will earn 2 vacation days per month (based on a full-time internship)

• If you do not have a public transport student subscription, your commuting costs will be fully reimbursed

Application process via Vizzy

At HEINEKEN, we believe there’s more to you than a CV. That’s why for the selection process of this internship, we use Vizzy, an interactive platform where you can bring your story to life and share your motivation, ideas and personality in a way that truly reflects who you are.

You can apply via the green ‘Apply now’ button by filling in some personal data and submitting your CV. No need to add a motivation letter. Instead, you’ll get the chance to tell us what drives you through Vizzy.

What to expect:

• May 19: The application deadline for this vacancy – make sure to apply before this date

• May 20: You will receive an email invitation to create your Vizzy profile and get started

• May 27: Deadline to complete and submit your Vizzy profile

Once you’ve submitted your Vizzy, we’ll carefully review your application and get back to you within two weeks. Take this opportunity to show us what makes you unique, we’re excited to get to know you better!

If you have any questions about the process, feel free to reach out via werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com, we’re happy to help!

Bring your true self

We know AI is part of today’s world, and chances are, you might use it while preparing your application. That’s absolutely fine. Just remember, we’re genuinely curious about you. So feel free to use AI as a sparring partner, but make sure your application reflects your own ideas, personality and motivation. That’s what we value most and what helps you stand out.

Working at HEINEKEN

Every day we work with pride on our great products that you have certainly had in your hand at a party, during a work meeting or at home on the couch. HEINEKEN is much more than just beer. What about brands like Heineken 0.0, Apple Bandit, Amstel Radler and Birra Moretti. We actively work to create a pleasant work environment where everyone feels respected and has equal opportunities. Your personality, knowledge and skills are the success of our organization.

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