Intern HR Program Management

Do you want to gain first-hand experience in strategic HR, organisational development and program management while also developing yourself within an international organisation? Discover your potential during this internship at Rabobank. 

You and your future

During this internship, you will contribute to the execution of Rabobank's global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) strategy and work on projects that help shape the employee experience across the organisation. As a valued team member within a small international team, you will gain unique exposure to how strategic priorities are translated into practice within a large and complex organisation.

You will be involved in ongoing projects, collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and participate in team discussions. Along the way, you will develop skills in program management, stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking, while also having the opportunity to take ownership of your own initiatives. From gathering input to creating presentations and helping deliver projects, you will play an active role in the team's work from day one.

And afterwards? You will have gained experience in a complex international organisation, contributed to projects with societal impact, and developed insight into how strategy, people and organisational change come together in practice.

In short 

• You contribute to projects related to embedding equity and inclusion.
• You support data-driven initiatives and research, such as the Employee Experience scan,  helping translate insights into meaningful change. You assist in preparing documents, presentations and reports.
• You work closely with colleagues from different teams and functions, strengthening your stakeholder management skills.
• You gain practical experience in strategic HR topics such as employee experience, inclusive recruitment and organisational development.

Practical information 

• Duration: Internship: 5–6 months (start February) 
• Hours per week: 36 hours (flexible) 
• Hybrid working: approximately 2 days a week at Utrecht

Your development as an intern  

During this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop yourself within Rabobank. You will learn how to work in an international and hybrid work environment and discover how to create impact on inclusion and organisational change.  

You will work on yourself and on the world around you by contributing to an inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome and respected. 

"This internship gave me a unique insight into a complex and international organisation and helped me develop both practical and strategic skills. From project management to stakeholder engagement, I gained experiences that have been invaluable in my professional development."  Puck – Former DE&I Intern 

About the team 

You will join a team of 5 colleagues who are globally responsible for the DEI strategy and policy. The team advises HR business partners on increasing diversity and embedding inclusion and improves HR products and processes to make them fairer and more inclusive. In addition, we collaborate with international regions and Employee Resource Groups also known as diversity networks to further drive inclusive collaboration and creating more equitable opportunities. 

You & your talent 

You are in the final phase of you bachelor's or master's degree and remain enrolled as a student throughout the internship period

• You feel comfortable in a hybrid work environment and proactively connect with others  
• You enjoy working with various stakeholders  
• You have an interest in data analysis and research 
• You have an affinity with technology, such as AI, and how it can be applied in work 
• You are interested in topics such as diversity, inclusion, and organisational development 

Working at Rabobank  

At Rabobank, you work on major societal themes such as an inclusive society. We offer you the opportunity to develop yourself in an open and diverse work environment, where you are encouraged to make an impact and grow. 

Our mission is “Growing a better world together.” You will see this reflected in everything we do: from our culture to the projects, you work on.   

Let’s connect   

Interested? Apply for this internship and discover how you can make an impact within Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. 

• We are curious about your motivation, interests, and passion. Why are you suitable for our program, and what appeals to you? We would love to read this in your application!  
• So, please make sure that you include your CV and a personal, authentic motivation letter in which you explain what appeals to you about this internship.. Without these documents, we’re unfortunately unable to proceed with your application.
• To be considered for this position, you must be located in the Netherlands. We are unable to consider candidates requiring relocation from another country.
• Interviews will take place on October 8 and 9.
• Questions about the internship, please contact Puck Lincklaen Arriëns, Junior Program Manager DE&I at Puck.Lincklaen.Arriens@rabobank.nl
• Questions about the process, please contact Maarten Wijnberg, Corporate Recruiter via maarten.wijnberg@rabobank.nl
• Answers to frequently asked questions you can find via rabobank.jobs/nl/veelgestelde-vragen
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