Internship - Global Governmental Public Affairs

The internship

You will work alongside the Global Governmental and Public Affairs team, as well as with the local operating companies and colleagues from across the business. Tasks include: monitoring political, tax, and regulatory developments that might impact our industry, conducting desktop research, stakeholder management, feeding global strategy, and promoting Dutch Connectivity—our worldwide connection with the Dutch government as a proud Dutch Brewer. You will also help deliver important short and long-term projects for the Brew a Better World Strategy, with a focus on internal communication, and cover various aspects of public policy, public affairs, and governmental relations.

This is a great opportunity to learn first-hand about the relationship between public affairs and business, and to work as part of a multinational team that focuses on global, regional, and local issues affecting our operations in 70 countries and sales in many more. During your internship, you will get to know HEINEKEN as a company, also outside your department. We give you the trust and freedom to work like a real entrepreneur, and we embrace new, fresh ideas with enthusiasm—always with the right guidance for you.

Your new team and workplace

The Global Governmental and Public Affairs team at HEINEKEN sits within the Global Corporate Affairs function, which also includes Global Communications and Sustainable Development. We manage the company’s relationship with a broad range of stakeholders, including government and international industry bodies, as well as the company’s response to public policies on alcohol, international trade, or business regulation. The Global Government and Public Affairs Team is a multinational team that works on issues across HEINEKEN markets worldwide.

The terms of employment

• Your starting date is 2 February 2026
• The internship is fulltime
• The duration of the internship is 5 or 6 months (in consultation with your internship supervisor)
• It is a practice-oriented internship
• You will be based in Amsterdam
• Working hybrid – home and from our head office in Amsterdam
• You will receive an internship fee of €650 gross per month based on 40 hours per week
• You will enjoy 2 vacation days per month (based on fulltime)
• If you do not have a student OV product, your commuting expenses will be fully reimbursed

The start of your internship

Together with a diverse group of interns from different departments, you will start your internship at HEINEKEN and be introduced to the organization. You can also organize fun activities with your fellow interns.

The unique you!

• You have an international perspective with an ability to work as part of a team of specialists from various countries and cultures
• You have great analytical and research skills
• You are a problem solver who pays attention to detail and has a flexible approach
• The minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree and a genuine interest in public affairs. International experience is highly valued.
• You have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint
• You have great English language and writing skills; Dutch language skills are of added value for work related to the political developments in the Netherlands

We believe that everyone has unique talents and are therefore looking for you!

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.
3. You are in possession of a valid citizen service number (BSN).

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.