Internship Research Road Construction Foundations

At Ballast Nedam Infra Regional Projects, there is an opportunity for a graduation research project focused on an emerging foundation technique:

BSM (Bitumen Stabilized Material), also known as foamed bitumen stabilization.

The foundation of a road is of crucial importance for both its durability and usability. Without a well-designed and executed foundation, asphalt roads, concrete pavements, natural stone paving, and clinker roads would not function properly. The foundation not only supports the road surface but also aims to transfer the traffic load to the subgrade. In this supporting function, stiffness, strength, fatigue, and resistance play an essential role against permanent deformation (such as rutting).

The new technique consists of a mixture of partially or fully in-situ mineral aggregate (for example, milled asphalt and foundation material from the road), foamed bitumen, and cement. This offers flexibility, stability, and resistance to cracking, making it a valuable option for road pavements. Ballast Nedam wants, possibly in collaboration with the Deltaplan Duurzame Wegverhardingen, to further investigate this approach to gain an even better understanding of the functional aspects.

Do these opportunities excite you and do you want to contribute to one of our beautiful projects? Apply directly and we will speak soon!

• You are following a HBO or WO degree in the field of civil engineering (or similar) and are available (almost) full-time for a period of 5 months; 

• You have an affinity for road construction and foundations

• You manage the Dutch language at a good level, both spoken and written;

• You take initiative, are curious, and dare to ask questions;

• Preferably, you possess a driver's license;

• You receive an internship allowance of €507,- (MBO) or €600,- (HBO) gross per 4 weeks. Converted, that is €550,- (MBO) and €650,- (HBO) gross per month for a full-time internship;

• An internship position where you are truly part of the team. No fetching coffee, but contributing to projects that have a visible impact together with your enthusiastic team;

• Good guidance. Your permanent internship supervisor will teach you the ins and outs of the profession;

• Space to learn and grow. We help you develop, both technically and personally;

• Chance for a follow-up within the organization. Many interns stay for a graduation assignment or start later as a junior.