Sustainability Internship

Work in Rotterdam and help shape the future of sustainability at Van Oord. This internship gives you a front row seat to global challenges and meaningful solutions. You will contribute to projects that support climate action, nature, communities and the energy transition. From preparing our Festival at S.E.A. to helping shape our journey to COP31, your work will have visible impact. You will learn from experienced colleagues and build a network across the business.

The Position

As a Sustainability Intern within the Stakeholders and Sustainability department, you will support the team in bringing Van Oord’s sustainability ambitions to life. The department plays a key role in driving our sustainability strategy across four pillars: enhancing the energy transition, accelerating climate action, empowering nature and communities, and achieving net zero emissions. During this internship, you will contribute to strategic initiatives and events that strengthen our sustainability impact. You will work closely with colleagues from different disciplines and engage with both internal and external stakeholders. This is an opportunity to gain hands on experience in a global company that is building a better future through sustainable solutions. Your work will contribute to initiatives that create lasting value.

Your Impact

Sustainability becomes real through action, collaboration and shared ambition. In this internship, you will help connect ideas, people and opportunities that support Van Oord’s sustainability journey. You will contribute to projects that inspire colleagues, strengthen stakeholder relationships and position Van Oord on important international platforms. Your insights and creativity will help turn plans into meaningful results. Together with the team, you will help drive conversations that matter and create momentum for positive change.

Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting the content and structure of Festival at S.E.A. and helping ensure alignment with sustainability programme objectives
• Building a strategy for Van Oord’s participation in COP31, including research, briefings and opportunity identification
• Engaging with internal stakeholders to strengthen alignment and commitment to sustainability initiatives
• Collaborating with external stakeholders to foster partnerships and increase sustainability impact
• Preparing presentations, roadmaps and communication materials that bring our sustainability vision to life

You will join a growing and ambitious team within the Stakeholders and Sustainability department. The team works across a wide range of sustainability topics and brings together different perspectives, expertise and experiences. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You will have the freedom to contribute your ideas and learn from colleagues across the organisation.

About You

You are curious about sustainability and motivated to make a positive impact. You enjoy working with different people and feel comfortable in a dynamic environment where priorities can change. You communicate clearly, build relationships easily and take initiative when opportunities arise.

To be successful in this internship, you bring:

• Strong collaboration and networking skills
• Confidence working in diverse teams and across different topics
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Interest in sustainability, stakeholder engagement and international developments

We Offer

This internship gives you the opportunity to contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives while building valuable experience in an international environment. You will work with colleagues who are passionate about creating positive change and gain insight into sustainability at the heart of a global organization.

What this internship offers:

• A monthly internship allowance
• Personal guidance from experienced professionals
• The opportunity to build your professional network across Van Oord
• Valuable experience within an international and innovative organization
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• A dynamic workplace where your ideas and initiative are valued

“Show what you can do and where your ambition lies, and you’ll get every opportunity to act on it. That’s something I’m proud of!”

Renske, Category Manager Engineering