PMO Intern

Careers at AkzoNobel

PMO Intern

Company: AkzoNobel

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Let's paint the picture of the role

As an intern in our Project Management Office (PMO) within Global Business Services (GBS), you will gain hands-on experience by supporting global transformation projects — mainly in HR, Finance, and related domains. You will be involved in key administrative and coordination tasks, work closely with experienced Project Managers, and contribute to meaningful initiatives across a diverse, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Support 1–2 global projects or transitions alongside experienced project managers
• Coordinate and organize recurring meetings, sessions, and workshops
• Track progress and contribute to monitoring project goals and timelines
• Prepare project documentation, meeting agendas, invitations, and minutes
• Follow up with stakeholders to gather input and ensure deliverables
• Collect and compile KPIs and project data for reporting
• Analyze and present project metrics (cost, time, quality)
• Develop engaging project presentations for internal stakeholders
• Maintain and clean up the digital project document library
• Assist in improving internal PMO tools and processes
• Manage and respond to project-related queries and emails

What do you need to be successful in this role

• You are currently enrolled in the 3rd year of a Bachelor’s program or a Master’s degree (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, International Relations)
• You are available 4–5 days per week (32–40h/week)
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proactive, hands-on mindset with attention to detail
• Confident communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Digital literacy and adaptability to new tools
• Motivation to work in an international and fast-paced environment

What do we offer in return

• Monthly full-time allowance, plus travel work-from-home expenses if applicable
• Work experience in an international company
• Various training opportunities to improve your hard and soft skills in the workspace
• Successful interns will be considered for positions within AkzoNobel

If you have questions about the role or interview process, please contact Raphaela Kreymborg at raphaela.kreymborg@akzonobel.com. #LI-RK1

It is essential that you have a visa that allows you to work in the Netherlands.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.