Internship | Shared Semantic Resources as Digital Commons

Internship | Shared Semantic Resources as Digital Commons

TNO is an independent research and technology organization. We are a team specializing in semantic interoperability between organizations, particularly within Collaborative Network Organisations (CNOs) – networks of legally independent organisations collaborating towards common goals. We advise CNOs, contribute to the development of standards for effective data exchange, and build specialized tooling to support the governance of shared semantic assets.

What will be your role?

Effective collaboration within CNOs relies heavily on shared understanding, often codified in common semantic assets. Governing the development and maintenance of these assets is essential, but also challenging. Current best practices, like the Dutch BOMOS model, certainly provide structure and guidance to practitioners, but can we improve our theoretical understanding by explicitly viewing semantic assets as "knowledge commons"? Nobel laureate Elinor Ostrom developed influential principles for governing traditional commons (fisheries, forests); can these principles provide valuable insights for the governance of shared semantic assets within CNOs?

What we expect from you

• Student in Industrial Engineering & Management, Business & IT, Management of Technology, Public Administration, or a related field with a strong affinity for socio-technical systems.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills.
• Interest in governance, collaboration, standards, and information management.
• Ability to work independently and structure complex information.
• Proficiency in Dutch is beneficial for analyzing BOMOS and case materials.

What you'll get in return

You want an internship opportunity on the precursor of your career; an internship gives you an opportunity to take a good look at your prospective future employer. TNO goes a step further. It’s not just looking that interests us; you and your knowledge are essential to our innovation. That’s why we attach a great deal of value to your personal and professional development. You will, of course, be properly supervised during your work placement and be given the scope for you to get the best out of yourself. Furthermore, we provide:

• A highly professional, innovative internship environment, within a team of top experts.
• A suitable internship allowance (615 euro for wo-, hbo- and mbo-students, for a full-time internship).
• Possibility of eight hours of free leave per internship month (for a full-time internship).
• A free membership of Jong TNO, where you can meet other TNO professionals and join several activities, such as sports activities, (work-related) courses or the yearly ski-trip.
• Use of a laptop.
• An allowance for travel expenses in case you don’t receive an OV-card.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society.

• Contact
  • E-mailadres: jelte.bootsma@tno.nl