Internship - Global Sustainability Raw Materials

"It is great to be part of the global HEINEKEN Sustainability team, where I connect with inspiring people around the world, dive into real projects, and discover the impact of sustainability and procurement in a truly international setting – every day brings me new opportunities to learn, grow and make a difference!"

The internship

As a Global Sustainability Raw Materials intern, you will join an international environment focused on sustainability and agriculture, with the opportunity to help Brew a Better World.

You will work alongside your colleagues on daily projects and activities. Key responsibilities:

• Research & data analysis: conduct research on sustainable raw materials and suppliers. Data gathering and analysis to model/develop sustainability insights that support decarbonization initiatives, eg the processing decarbonization roadmaps we build with key suppliers and/or data collection and compliance on sustainable sourcing.
• Project Management and reporting: assist in managing sustainability projects, track progress, and report on key metrics. Support in the process of eg our annual carbon footprint reporting (HeiCF) and/or regenerative agriculture (regen ag) programs. Contribute to pilots and initiatives that will accelerate our decarbonization journey.
• Collaboration and communication: Collaborate and have meetings with our key suppliers. Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and the team.

Your new team and workplace

Join HEINEKEN’s dynamic Global Procurement – Raw Materials team and be at the forefront of our mission to decarbonize raw materials. We are a leading company committed to sustainability and innovation, striving to make a positive impact on the environment. We have set ambitious SBTi targets and are navigating with our projects towards a 30% carbon reduction on Forestry, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) by 2030. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sustainability practices within a global context.

During your internship, you’ll have every opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as an organization, not just within your own team, but across departments. We trust and empower you to work with an entrepreneurial mindset. At HEINEKEN, we love bringing the outside world in and welcome fresh, new ideas with open arms. Of course, we’ll make sure you get the guidance that suits you.

The unique you!

We believe everyone has unique talents, which is why we’re looking for you! Energy, drive and the ambition to grow are what make the difference at HEINEKEN. In addition, you bring:

• Bachelor (HBO) or Master (WO) education level
• Passion for sustainability and agriculture
• Ability to prioritize and work in a structured way on projects
• Good knowledge and practical experience with Microsoft Office (PowerBI, Excel, Powerpoint, Word) is a plus
• Analytical skills: able to distill insights from data, work on complex Excel formulae and equations
• Clear and open communication style and skills
• Being a true team player with eagerness to learn and share your knowledge with us!

Even if you feel you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. An internship is the perfect opportunity to learn and grow!

Conditions of HEINEKEN

1. You are enrolled at an educational institution for the entire duration of your internship and can provide proof of enrollment for the current academic year during your onboarding.
2. In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution.
3. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.
4. You reside in the Netherlands for the entire duration of your internship. Please note that HEINEKEN does not provide housing.
5. You are in possession of a valid citizen service number (BSN).

Our Internship Conditions

During your time as an intern at HEINEKEN, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where growing and learning are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we brew your future step by step. In addition, we offer you:

• A full-time internship, starting on September 1, 2026
• The duration of the internship is 6 months
• Your home office will be located in Amsterdam (Schiphol office)
• At HEINEKEN, we work with a hybrid model, typically spending three days a week at the office and two days working from home
• You will receive a monthly internship allowance of €650 gross based on a 40-hour workweek
• You will earn 2 vacation days per month (based on a full-time internship)
• If you do not have a public transport student subscription, your commuting costs will be fully reimbursed

Bring your true self

We know AI is part of today’s world, and chances are, you might use it while preparing your application. That’s absolutely fine. Just remember, we’re genuinely curious about you. So feel free to use AI as a sparring partner, but make sure your application reflects your own ideas, personality and motivation. That’s what we value most and what helps you stand out.

Working at HEINEKEN

HEINEKEN is much more than just beer. 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.