Internship HR - Compensation & Benefits

Starting in September 2026, you can join Hunkemöller’s Best Internship in Retail (BIIR) Program alongside 50+ fellow interns. As an intern in Compensation & Benefits, you will support analyses, reporting, benchmarking, and projects in a fast-paced, international environment.

What will you do?

• Supporting compensation and benefits analyses, reporting, and benchmarking activities.
• Working with HR analytics and people data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities—connecting the dots between data, business needs, and outcomes.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of Compensation and Benefits policies, guidelines, and processes.
• Collaborating closely with stakeholders across Legal, Finance, Store Operations, and Regional HR teams to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Preparing clear, professional, and on-brand presentations and materials for internal stakeholders.
• Supporting the Compensation and Benefits Manager with projects related to annual performance review cycle, day-to-day activities, project coordination, and ad-hoc problem solving in a fast-paced, international environment.

About you

• 3rd or 4th year student of a HBO/WO study in HR, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Available for a minimum of 4 days per week (thesis possible).
• You have strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; you enjoy working with data and turning insights into action.
• A proactive, curious, and creative thinker who is able to connect the dots and challenge the status quo.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines at the same time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus).
• Able to work independently, while also thriving in cross-functional and international collaboration.
• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data analysis tools or visualization tools is a plus.

What do we offer you?

The Best Internship in Retail (BIIR): Be a part of an exceptional internship program with 50 other fellow interns, filled with diverse learning opportunities such as Personal Branding and Business Innovation & Presenting trainings, the CEO & CFO Q&A, a Dragons’ Den, and so much more.

• Personal coaching from your buddy to discover your potential, guide your growth and build your network, within an empowering, playful and inclusive work environment.
• For 40-hour internships, you are allowed to work from home up to 2 days per week, depending on the nature of your role. During onboarding, WFH days may vary to better support your learning and training.
• 450€ per month (gross) with 8+ holiday days (based on 40h/week).
• Max. 23€ per day (based on your travel distance), if you are not eligible for the free Student OV Chipcard.
• Access to 25% staff discount and a company laptop. Also, company gatherings like Townhalls and drinks.

Eligibility Criteria

For this internship, you need to be available for 5 months starting in September 2026. Please note that your application will only be considered if you are enrolled at a school or university for the full duration of the internship. Additionally, to comply with Dutch law, one of the following must apply:

• You are an EU citizen.
• You are on a Family/Partner visa.
• You are a non-EU student studying in the Netherlands, and you meet at least one of the following requirements: (1) The internship is a mandatory part of your curriculum,

  OR

  (2) your university is willing to sign a third-party agreement (Nuffic Agreement).