Internship - Logistics Capabilities

Internship - Logistics Capabilities – Global Customer Service & Logistics

"Working with colleagues from all over the world to identify and implement logistics improvements that create real business value is what made my internship truly rewarding."

The internship

Are you passionate about supply chain improvement, logistics excellence, and turning ideas into measurable business impact? Join the Global Customer Service & Logistics team and help accelerate the implementation of logistics best practices across HEINEKEN's worldwide operations.

As a Logistics Capabilities Intern, you will support the Global Logistics Capabilities team in driving continuous improvement initiatives across our Operating Companies (OpCos). You will play an active role in expanding and improving our Global Logistics Good Practice Engine, helping identify, structure, validate, and deploy proven logistics improvement opportunities.

You will:

• Support the implementation of logistics-related Good Practices across HEINEKEN Operating Companies.
• Help collect, structure, review and improve submissions of logistics Good Practices from around the world.
• Support the development and maintenance of the Global Logistics Good Practice Engine.
• Analyze implementation progress, business benefits and adoption rates across regions.
• Collaborate with regional and local logistics teams to identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Support communication, reporting and knowledge-sharing activities related to logistics excellence initiatives.
• Contribute to projects focused on transport, warehousing, customer service and supply chain optimization.

Your new team and workplace

You will join the Logistics Capabilities team within Global Customer Service & Logistics (GCS&L), part of HEINEKEN's Global Supply Chain organization.

Our mission is to Enable OpCos and Regions to build a solid High Performing Logistics Organization, while bringing a positive and constructive vibe to the close collaborations with all our internal and external stakeholders!

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 Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• You have an interest in logistics, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• You are comfortable working with Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI is a plus.
• You are proactive, structured and enjoy collaborating with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• You have strong communication skills and are fluent in English.

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.
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).

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.

• A full-time / part-time practice-oriented internship, starting on September 1, 2026 or earlier.
• 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 the BASE office near Schiphol Airport.
• 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.

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

HEINEKEN's Global Supply Chain organization offers an environment where your personality, knowledge and skills contribute to the success of the organization.