Internship - Regional Talent & Leadership

"I’ve learned that being an intern isn’t about knowing everything, but about staying curious and asking enough questions to keep learning. Every day brings new exciting challenges!”

The internship

Join HEINEKEN’s Regional Talent & Leadership team and contribute to shaping the future workforce across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. This internship offers hands-on experience in Human Resources, Talent Management, and Leadership Development, working closely with senior stakeholders. You will support strategic initiatives that strengthen talent pipelines, enhance leadership capabilities, and drive diversity and performance across the region.

What you will be working on

As an intern, your responsibilities will be varied, and we hope to provide a worthwhile and rich experience for you, so you might find yourself working on the following items:

• Talent Pipeline & Succession Planning Support initiatives aimed at strengthening the regional talent pipeline, including succession planning for management teams, development of general and functional talent, and increasing representation of women in senior leadership roles.

• Leadership & Capability Development Contribute to regional programs designed to enhance leadership and management capabilities, including supporting the rollout of training initiatives and development cohorts.

• Employee Feedback & Insights Assist in the launch and analysis of Climate and Pulse surveys, translating data into actionable insights to improve employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.

• Learning & Development Programs Support the coordination and launch of regional and global training programs focused on building future-ready capabilities.

• Diversity & Inclusion Help drive initiatives that advance HEINEKEN’s diversity and inclusion ambitions across the region.

• Performance Culture Assist in initiatives that foster a strong, winning performance culture across teams and markets

Your new team and workplace

You will join the Regional Talent & Leadership team, focused on driving talent, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The team tackles key challenges such as building future-ready capabilities across diverse markets while operating in a fast-paced environment that demands a high level of agility.

You will work closely with the Regional Talent & Leadership Managers for Europe and Africa & Middle East (AME). While they are part of the Global Talent & Leadership Team, they also collaborate extensively with regional stakeholders, bridging global strategy with local execution.

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 you.

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 enrolled in a Bachelor’s or a Master’s Program

• 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

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite is a plus!

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 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

Interested?

You can easily apply via the green “Apply Now” button. In addition to your CV, please include a motivation letter with your application, as we are very curious to hear your story and why this internship appeals to you. The hiring team will get back to you as soon as possible, but please note that the timeline may vary per internship vacancy.

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.

If you have any questions about the vacancy, feel free to reach out via werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com.

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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