HBO working internship Project Management IT Control

During your internship, do you want to learn how to use project management, communication, and stakeholder management for a secure and controlled IT environment? As a Project Management IT Control intern at Rabobank in Utrecht, you will work on projects at the intersection of business and IT. You will support teams on topics regarding security, compliance, and IT control.

You will gather information from experts and IT teams, map out bottlenecks, and help implement improvements. In doing so, you will work with presentations, reports, and Power BI dashboards. You do not need to be an IT or security expert yet. Affinity with IT and the ability to connect people are more important than in-depth technical knowledge.

This is an HBO working internship of 36 hours per week for a period of approximately 5 months. You will work on Tuesdays and Thursdays at our office at Leidseveer in Utrecht. The internship starts around the beginning of February 2027. We will coordinate the exact start date with you so that it aligns with the requirements of your studies.

What will you learn and do as a Project Management IT Control intern?

The world around us is changing and digital security is receiving more and more attention. During this internship, you will learn how teams work on security, compliance, and a controlled IT environment. You will be the connecting link between subject matter experts and the teams that implement agreements and improvements.

You can work on topics such as ransomware recovery, DORA, and the European AI Act. You do not need to be an expert in these yet, nor do you need to become one. You will primarily learn how to collect information, ask critical questions, and support the collaboration between experts and teams.

• Gathering information from IT teams regarding security and compliance topics. You will investigate how they work, what challenges they face, and what can be improved.
• Translating information from stakeholders and experts into clear presentations, reports, and proposals.
• Supporting projects by making the scope, urgency, and possible next steps transparent.
• Translating strategic goals into concrete and achievable actions.
• Critically reviewing existing processes and Power BI dashboards, sharing new insights, and proposing improvements.

HBO working internship Project Management IT Control

During this internship, you will gain experience in:

• Project management.
• Stakeholder management.
• Security and compliance.
• IT control and process improvement.
• Power BI and dashboards.
• Analyzing and structuring information.
• Presenting and written communication.
• Strategic thinking.
• Collaborating with different teams and experts.

We believe in the power of differences. By combining the differences between people, we become an even better bank. We are curious about what you will bring to the team.

You will work in an environment where project management, communication, IT, security, and compliance come together. You will work directly with team members and subject matter experts. Together, you will ensure that information, points of attention, and possible improvements end up in the right place.

For us, your development and that of society go hand in hand. That is why we want to invest in you and work together towards a better world. We summarize this in one sentence: at Rabobank, you work on yourself and the world around you at the same time.

During your internship at Rabobank, your development is central. You will primarily learn by working on concrete projects and tasks in practice.

You will receive guidance from the team members you work with directly. They will help you get started, answer your questions, and give you feedback. At the same time, you will be given space to take initiative, ask critical questions, and propose improvements independently.

You can count on:

• An internship allowance of €600 gross per month based on 36 hours.
• Personal guidance and coaching.
• A professional work and learning environment.
• Access to an internship community and inspiring events.

At Rabobank, we work on a culture in which everyone feels welcome. We value our differences and use them to collaborate more effectively and make better decisions. By being open to different perspectives, we create an environment in which colleagues feel heard.

Must-haves

• You are following an HBO program at the intersection of business, business administration, and IT, or a similar program.
• You are looking for a working internship of 36 hours per week for a period of 5 months.
• You can convey information clearly, both orally and in writing.
• You work in a structured manner and can analyze information.
• You take initiative and dare to ask critically why something happens in a certain way.
• You collaborate well with different people and can connect interests and information.
• You master the Dutch language.
• You reside in the Netherlands.

Nice-to-haves

• You have an affinity with IT, security, or compliance.
• You find project management and stakeholder management interesting.
• You have an interest in Power BI or other dashboards.
• During your studies, a project, volunteer work, a part-time job, or a previous internship, you have gained experience in presenting, organizing, or collaborating.
• You enjoy thinking strategically and translating goals into concrete actions.

Is this role suitable if I have little work experience?

Yes. This is an HBO working internship in which you learn in practice. Experience from study projects, volunteer work, a part-time job, or a previous internship can also be relevant.

What am I going to learn and do?

You will learn how to translate a strategic goal into a project and concrete actions. You will practice project management, stakeholder management, presenting, analyzing, reporting, and supporting improvements regarding IT control, security, and compliance.

What guidance will I receive?

You will receive guidance from the team members you work with directly. They will assist you with your activities, answer your questions, and provide feedback throughout your internship.

Which skills or tools will I develop?

You will develop skills in the areas of project management, stakeholder management, communication, analysis, and strategic thinking. Additionally, you can gain experience with Power BI, dashboards, security, compliance, and process improvement.

Can I work hybrid?

Yes. You work hybrid and are present at the office at Leidseveer in Utrecht at least 2 days per week.

• Do you have questions about the vacancy or the application process? Please contact Maaike van den Bosch, Corporate Recruiter, via Maaike.van.den.bosch@rabobank.nl.
• The first interviews will take place online in the week of 9 November 2026.
• The second interviews will take place physically on 18 November 2026 between 10:30 and 13:00 at the office at Leidseveer in Utrecht.
• If you are invited for an interview, Bo, our virtual assistant, will contact you via SMS and email to schedule the interview.
• A background check is part of the procedure.
• Applications via email will not be processed.
• A motivation letter is mandatory.
• Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Rabobank website.
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