Internship: Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

Are you passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace? Do you want to contribute to meaningful projects in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)? Then this internship is for you!

The department

The Social Sustainability team plays a vital role in driving HEINEKEN’s positive impact on society by fostering inclusive workplaces, strengthening communities, and ensuring equitable opportunities across our operations and value chain.

As part of HEINEKEN’s broader Sustainability agenda, the team focuses on embedding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) into the way we work, while contributing to our ambitions around social impact, well-being, and inclusive growth.

In this internship, you’ll have the unique opportunity to contribute to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, supporting global initiatives that promote a culture of belonging and help create meaningful impact for our people and communities.

The internship

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I):

• Support the design and delivery of global DE&I initiatives.
• Assist in planning and executing campaigns that promote DE&I awareness and engagement.
• Coordinate activities with DE&I ambassadors and Employee Resource Groups worldwide.
• Gather and analyse data to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Throughout your internship, you’ll get hands-on experience in global talent strategies, working closely with professionals across the organization. You’ll also have the freedom to shape your own internship experience by taking ownership of specific projects that inspire you.

During your internship you will get the opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as a company, also outside your department. We give you the trust and freedom, so you can work like a real entrepreneur. We like to bring the outside world inside and therefore we embrace new, fresh ideas with enthusiasm. Of course, always with the guidance that is right for you.

The terms of employment

• Your starting date is ideally in September 2026
• The internship is fulltime (in consultation also 4 days a week possible)
• The duration of the internship is 5 or 6 months (in consultation with your internship supervisor)
• You are registered at an educational institution
• It is a practice-oriented internship
• You will be based in Amsterdam
• During your internship, you have the flexibility to work from home/in a hybrid setup/on-site
• You will receive an internship fee of €650 gross pm based on 40 hours per week (when you start at the 1st of January 2026, you will enjoy 2 vacation days per month (based on fulltime)
• If you do not have a student OV product, your commuting expenses will be fully reimbursed

The start of your internship

Together with a diverse group of interns from different departments you will start your internship at HEINEKEN. Together you will be introduced to the organization. Furthermore, you can organize fun activities with your fellow interns.

The unique you!

• Pro-active, pragmatic with a hands-on mentality and attention to detail and quality.
• Team worker with the ability to lead your own projects and juggle priorities
• Excellent communication skills, well-versed at wrapping up complex ideas and projects in a concise way and ability to connect with diverse people and cultures

We believe that everyone has unique talents and are therefore looking for you!

• Passionate or curious about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• HBO or WO education
• Experienced user of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. A bonus if you are familiar with working data analytics tools such as PowerBI)

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.
2. In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution.
3. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.
4. You reside in the Netherlands for the entire duration of your internship. Please note that HEINEKEN does not provide housing.
5. You are in possession of a valid citizen service number (BSN).

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.