Internship Opportunity: Operational Risk Management & Internal Audit

Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

Internship Opportunity: Operational Risk Management & Internal Audit

We are offering a unique internship opportunity where you will rotate between our Internal Audit and Operational Risk Management departments. This 8 to 12-month program will give you hands-on experience in both the second and third lines of defence. You'll support each department in achieving their objectives while bringing your own fresh perspective and ideas.

Your responsibilities

• Own and deliver on assigned tasks
• Support project work, monitoring and (risk) reporting
• Attend internal committees, forums and workshops
• Collaborate with business units on various risk issues and programs
• Analyse applicable professional and regulatory guidelines
• Bring your unique perspective to audits and risk management methodologies

Who you will work with

• Operational Risk Management and Internal Audit team members
• Cross-functional contacts (e.g. Credit Risk, Compliance, Finance, ICT, Operations)
• Third-party suppliers where applicable.

Profiel

We are looking for someone who is

• Enthusiastic and approachable: a proactive, 'can do' attitude
• Genuinely interested in Triodos values and making a positive impact
• A good communicator: able to present assignment results both in writing and verbally
• Organised and eager to learn, open to feedback and adaptable to new situations
• Analytical: comfortable with numbers and analytical tasks
• A team player: Enjoys collaborating with others
• Tech-savvy: comfortable with MS Office and quick to learn new software tools

What will you gain from this experience?

• Exposure to sustainable banking and how money can promote positive change
• Opportunity to work on projects that benefit both the business and your personal development
• High-level visibility over Triodos Bank
• Solid grounding in Operational Risk Management and Internal Audit
• Opportunities to build professional networks inside and outside Triodos

Specific requirement: You must be enrolled as a student in a Dutch or other European university during the internship.

If you are passionate about making a difference and helping to build a better world - and you bring enthusiasm, motivation and a positive, collaborative spirit - we encourage you to apply now!

Wat we bieden

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment

Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues.

And of course, great internship conditions

• a dynamic learning environment
• a challenging internship with many possibilities for professional development
• a permanent mentor to help and coach you
• a mobility card for commuting to the office
• a flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• an Internship fee up to EUR 500,- (based on 40 hours)
• a research group for research/graduate interns
• a fun outings organised by Young Triodos

Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

The closing date for applications is: 05.09.2025

If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please email: [email protected]

We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply!

Who we are

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.

Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.

Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.

We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.

We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.