Talent Intern

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Intern to join our Talent team. As a Talent Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic work environment and contribute to the development of our Talent department.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with the Talent team to maintain and continuously develop our Employee Value Proposition
• Contribute to various workstreams within our Talent department, such as Learning & Development, Performance Management & DE&I.
• Support in daily operational tasks, such as maintaining employee records, processing changes in the HR information systems and continuous optimization of our processes
• Assist in the development and implementation of People & Culture policies and procedures.

Why SparkOptimus?

SparkOptimus helps organizations unlock the power of disruption. We spark and scale transformational initiatives that improve the lives of consumers and customers using new technology. We are pragmatic, we think like a start-up, and we focus on delivering customer and business value all over the world for organizations like Heineken, Ikea, eBay, Unilever, ING, CarNext and AkzoNobel. Our expertise lies in digital, sustainability, and (Gen) AI, and across these topics we provide tailored strategic consultancy that bridges the gap between vision and execution, ensuring our clients not only conceptualize innovative strategies but also implement them effectively.

At SparkOptimus, we believe diversity and inclusion are inseparably linked to corporate social responsibility. SparkOptimus provides equal opportunities and treatment for all employees and strives to make sure every employee feels recognized and at home with us.

Why you should join us:

• Growth, learning and development opportunities within a dynamic & purpose-driven company.
• The opportunity to share your ideas and put your experience and knowledge into practice.
• Gain hands-on experience with different Talent tools in a real-world context.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments.
• Opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Talent initiatives.
• Positive work environment in a young and informal team.
• Fuel up with daily delicious and healthy breakfast, lunch and snacks.
• Office in the centre of Amsterdam.
• Regular company events and team activities throughout the year.
• A monthly internship allowance of €750 based on 40 hours. The regular office days are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and you can also work from home if you wish.

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Currently pursuing a relevant degree at the HBO or university level, such as Human Resource Management, Personnel Sciences, or Work and Organizational Psychology.
• You are fulltime available for 6 months, flexible start date in Q3.
• Strong interest in the HR field and a desire to gain practical experience.
• Excellent communication in English, both spoken and written.
• Strong organizational skills and the reliability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.