UX Research Thesis Internship - Data-driven predictors of financial health in Gen Z

At Rabobank, you work on your personal development and contribute to the world around you. You get to focus on your own growth in an environment in which you continue to learn.

About the internship

In this graduation project, you will explore data-driven predictors of financial health among young people (Gen Z). The goal is to better understand how behavioural, psychological and contextual factors, such as daily financial behaviours, digital interactions and environmental influences, contribute to financial well-being.

By identifying patterns and predictors in qualitative and quantitative data, you will help Rabobank gain deeper insight into what drives healthy versus unhealthy financial behaviour among young adults. Your work will provide a research-driven foundation for future interventions aimed at strengthening financial resilience.

What will you be doing?

During this graduation project, you will:

• Explore behavioural, psychological and contextual predictors of financial health in Gen Z.
• Design and conduct research using qualitative and/or quantitative methods.
• Analyse data to identify meaningful patterns and relationships.
• Translate research insights into opportunities for UX and product teams.
• Develop a framework that links financial health predictors to opportunities.
• Formulate evidence-based recommendations to support financial resilience among young users.

Together, we will define the exact scope of the assignment to align with your academic program and graduation goals.

You will experiment, gather insights, and help us map out the opportunities and challenges these new technologies bring.

This project offers an opportunity to apply academic research principles in a real-world setting.

Why this internship?

• You will be part of a talented and dedicated UX research team.
• Our team is part Chapter Design and we closely collaborate with designers, with a focus on research.
• You will work on topics with a direct impact on our users.
• You will develop yourself in UX Research and AI assisted research methods in a large organization.

What do you bring?

• You are a Master’s student in Human Technology Interaction, Human Computer Interaction, Industrial Design, (Cognitive/Behavioral) Psychology or a related research-oriented field.
• You have a strong interest in user research and are familiar with experimental design and analysis.
• You are curious, analytical and eager to explore how emerging technologies can impact users and improve research methods.
• You have experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• You are fluent in English.
• You are currently enrolled in a university in the Netherlands.

What do we offer?

• An internship allowance of €600 per month (based on 36 hours).
• Personal guidance and opportunities for professional development.
• An inspiring workplace in the heart of Utrecht, with the opportunity to work hybrid.
• Access to our intern community and events.
• An inclusive work environment where your ideas truly matter.

Practical details

• Duration: 5–6 months
• Start date: 1st September (approximately)