Human Resources Intern – BYD Commercial Vehicles

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational based in Shenzhen, China, operating in four core fields: IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit. With over 300,000 employees worldwide, BYD is a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions and is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV, located in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks. As the first overseas subsidiary of the BYD group, our main focus is to provide European customers with new energy vehicles, rechargeable batteries, solar panels, energy storage systems, and other new energy products, as well as related after-sales services.

BYD Commercial Vehicles is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our European HR team in Schiedam.

This internship offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international HR environment, supporting HR operations, recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives. You will work closely with HR Business Partners and other departments to help build an efficient, people-focused workplace that supports BYD’s growth in Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily HR operations, including personnel data management, document filing, and contract preparation.
• Assist in end-to-end recruitment processes: job posting, CV screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Participate in onboarding and orientation activities for new employees and interns.
• Help organize internal communication events, employee engagement activities, and training sessions.
• Maintain HR databases and ensure the accuracy of employee information.
• Provide general administrative and coordination support to the HR team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related fields.
• Strong interest in developing a career in Human Resources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse teams in a multicultural environment.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with a “can-do” attitude.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with HR systems is a plus.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch or Chinese is an advantage.
• Available for at least 4–6 months, starting as soon as possible.