Internship - Global Governmental & Public Affairs

Internship - Global Governmental & Public Affairs

The Internship

You will work alongside the Global Governmental and Public Affairs team, as well as with the local operating companies and colleagues from across the business. Tasks include:

• Monitoring political developments
• Monitoring tax and/or regulatory developments that might impact our industry
• Conducting desktop research
• Stakeholder management
• Feeding global strategy and promoting Dutch Connectivity, which is our worldwide connection with the Dutch government as a proud Dutch Brewer

Other tasks include helping deliver important short and long-term projects for Brew a Better World Strategy - with a focus on internal communication - as well as covering various aspects of public policy, public affairs, and governmental relations.

This is a great opportunity to learn first-hand about the relationship between public affairs and business, and to work as part of a multinational team that focuses on global, regional, and local issues that affect our operations in 70 countries and sales in many more countries.

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 Department

The Global Governmental and Public Affairs team at HEINEKEN sits within the Global Corporate Affairs function, which also includes Global Communications and Sustainable Development. We manage the company’s relationship with a broad range of stakeholders, including government and international industry bodies, as well as the company’s response to public policies on alcohol, international trade, or business regulation. The Global Government and Public Affairs Team is a multinational team that works on issues across HEINEKEN markets worldwide.

The Unique You!

• You have an international perspective with an ability to work as part of a team of specialists from various countries and cultures.
• You have great analytical and research skills.
• You are a problem solver who pays attention to detail and has a flexible approach.

The minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree and a genuine interest in public affairs. International experience is highly valued.

• You have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including but not limited to PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.
• You have great English language and writing skills. Dutch language skills are of added value for work related to political developments in the Netherlands.

Interested?

Great! For more information about this vacancy or about the application process, please contact werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com. To apply, submit your CV and a cover letter (maximum 500 words) to GGPA@heineken.com by 1-December-2024. Be sure to highlight your understanding of public affairs and/or public policy, international experience, and languages, as well as previous (internship or work) experience, and explain how you think you can contribute to the team. We will then let you know whether you have been selected for an interview before the end of July.

Are you unsure if there is a perfect match? If so, we would still encourage you to apply!

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.