Intern – HBO/WO - Asset Management & Improvement

We are looking for a motivated third/fourth-year student in an HBO/WO program in the field of Environmental Science, Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, or similar

Would you like to know what it is like to be part of one of the largest multinational companies in the pharmaceutical industry? We offer an internship within our Asset Management & Improvement department where you will be given freedom and space for your own initiative.

• Third/fourth-year student in HBO/WO in the field of Environmental Science, Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology, or similar
• Familiarity with experience in data analysis (Excel, Python, or similar), process analysis, and reporting.
• Competencies: proactive, good communication skills in Dutch and/or English, both written and oral, and a team player

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No relocation

No

Job Description

As an intern, you will work on optimizing the operations of our Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP). You will deliver a concrete analysis and proposal for improvements in the areas of process management, energy use, and sustainability.

No Travel Required

Not Applicable

Not Indicated

No

• Analysis of the WWTP operations: you will investigate how the installation functions, identify critical prerequisites, and map out process flows.
• Analysis of energy consumption and waste streams including transport: you will collect and analyze data on energy use and waste streams and determine which parameters influence them.
• Optimization proposals: you will develop concrete proposals to reduce operations, energy use, and operational costs. In doing so, you will include sustainability perspectives such as CO2 emissions and the reduction of waste streams.
• Research into load management: you will investigate possibilities to apply load management in relation to grid congestion and peak avoidance.
• Fresh perspective and reporting: you will bring an independent view to the processes and share your findings and recommendations in a clear final report and a presentation.

The described tasks constitute the basic package and will often be carried out independently after proper training and a learning period. These tasks may be supplemented with other projects and/or tasks on your own initiative or at the request of the organization.

Doing an internship at our company means collaborating with your team for health in an international working environment. As an intern, you will get the chance to work closely with experts and learn from them. Additionally, we offer:

• The opportunity to gain experience in the pharmaceutical industry

• A chance to present yourself for potential opportunities after your internship period

• A challenging and dynamic working environment with plenty of room for personal development and initiative

• Good guidance from an experienced specialist

• A gross monthly internship allowance of €500,- based on a 40-hour work week

Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in the field of animal health. We are dedicated to preserving and improving the health, welfare, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. As a global team of professionals, we work together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world's food chain. We also feel a deep sense of responsibility toward our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.

By dedicating ourselves to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners, and governments one of the broadest assortments of veterinary medicines, vaccines, and health management solutions and services. Additionally, we provide a wide range of digitally connected identification, traceability, and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and extensive R&D capabilities and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries and our products are available in approximately 150 markets.

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Cost Efficiency, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Energy Conservation, Energy Consumption, Energy Efficiency, Health Economics, Individualized Treatment Planning, Office Applications, Operating Cost Reduction, Organizational Design, Organizational Management (OM), Organizational Structures, Pharmaceutical Management, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Process Improvements, Process Management, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis {+ 2 more}

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

10/31/2026