Internship - Talent Acquisition Administrator

“This internship has shown me how much goes on behind the scenes in recruitment, from selecting candidates to seeing the right person come on board. I’ve learned so much from my colleagues, and it’s been amazing to be part of a team where my ideas are valued, and every day brings something new, whether it’s a fresh challenge or just a good coffee chat with the team.”

The internship

HEINEKEN is on a journey to become the best-connected brewer in the world. This ambition is supported by our Talent Acquisition Team in bringing in the best talents for our organization. One of our focus areas is creating a best-in-class candidate journey in our recruitment efforts. We are looking for ways to ensure a best-in-class candidate onboarding journey.

In this internship you will be responsible for the following:

• Working directly with the Head of Talent Acquisition, TA Leads and Talent Acquisition Business Partners on administration side around our candidate experience and onboarding.
• Interacting with our People Operations team, Mobility team and our People Team
• Provide administration support for the onboarding process for new hires
• Participate in team meetings and provide input on recruitment and onboarding initiatives
• Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Perform other duties as assigned

During your internship, you’ll dive into the world of recruitment and onboarding, learning directly from experienced and supportive colleagues. You’ll have real opportunities to share your ideas, take initiative, and help us make our hiring process even better.

Your new team and workplace

Our Talent Acquisition Team collaborates closely with colleagues across various Operating Companies in the Netherlands, as well as other People teams in Amsterdam, including People Analytics and Global Talent Acquisition. You’ll get to work with a diverse group of passionate professionals every day: people who care about what they do and enjoy working together.

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 welcoming 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:

• You’re currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Proactive approach and strong attention to detail
• Eagerness to learn and the flexibility to adapt in a dynamic environment
• Genuine interest in connecting with others, communicating openly, and building positive relationships across teams

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.
   1. In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution.
   2. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.
2. You reside in the Netherlands for the entire duration of your internship. Please note that HEINEKEN does not provide housing.

Our Internship Conditions

• A full-time internship, starting on February 1, 2026
• The duration of the internship is 5 or 6 months (to be agreed upon with your internship supervisor)
• Your home office will be located in Leiden and Amsterdam
• At HEINEKEN, we work with a hybrid model, typically spending 3-4 days a week at the office and 1-2 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

Interested?
For more information about this vacancy, please contact werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com. The deadline to apply to this internship is 31/10/2025, please expect a response within 5 days after the closing date.

Working at HEINEKEN

Every day we work with pride on our great products that you have certainly had in your hand at a party, during a work meeting or at home on the couch. HEINEKEN is much more than just beer. What about brands like Heineken 0.0, Apple Bandit, Amstel Radler and Birra Moretti. Your personality, knowledge and skills are the success of our organization.