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Internship Dredging Operations

Boskalis

Papendrecht
Intern
0-2 years experience
On-site

€6,630 per year

Key Skills

Civil engineering
Project management
Site operations
Logistics
Team leadership
Reporting
Budget monitoring
Communication
Problem solving
Flexibility
Teamwork
Proactivity

Job Description

Company Description

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. ​ 

Within a vibrant company culture, you will be working as part of a diverse, international team of experts. We offer you the opportunity to realize your full personal potential and expand your professional career by creating new horizons, together!

Job Description

Make your mark as intern at Boskalis! How? You are an engineering student, who cannot wait to embrace the international adventure in your working life and wants to roll off your sleeves and contribute to creating new horizons!

Within Boskalis, we are looking for a motivated graduate to support us on Dredging projects in the field of Operations. The projects can be anywhere in the world, from land reclamation in the Maldives or maintenance of a harbor in the United Kingdom. Activities where you can be involved could be land expansion, dredging, and rock works. The content of your internship we determine together; based on your skills, preferences, the fit within our organization and available projects.

Your responsibilities as intern
As an intern you will be supporting the execution of the project of parts of the project, according to the contract. This can entail lots of different activities such as:

  • Manage and follow-up on site operations with the superintendent for the project such as, mobilization, installation, or demobilization.
  • Create and follow up on detailed panning, monitoring the work for efficient and effective execution, considering quality, cost, and budget.
  • Daily progress reporting.
  • Manage, instruct, and motivate Boskalis’ and subcontractors’ team and vessel crews.

Your qualities and experiences
You can make your mark as intern if:

  • You are a student, following the study track Civil Engineering or equivalent, at least vocational (MBO) or higher.
  • You are currently based in the Netherlands or a Dutch resident.
  • You are independent, pro-active, precise, team player and flexible.  
  • You have good English language skills.
  • You are willing to work abroad in a rotational schedule (6 weeks on project, 4 weeks off).
  • You have the minimum age of 18 years and preferable in possession of a driving license.

Qualifications

What you can expect

  • Internship guidance: We offer you the opportunity to get the most out of your internship by giving you the right guidance.
  • Warm welcome: You can count on a warm welcome so that you quickly feel at home at Boskalis.
  • Salary and more: As an intern, you will receive an internship allowance of € 510 per 4 weeks (based on a 40-hour work week). In addition, we offer a fun work environment with lots of challenges.
  • A dynamic work environment: An internship where you can learn a lot from a leading company and where you will be part of a diverse team of experts.
  • Young Boskalis: Have fun and join Young Boskalis during social and sporting activities ranging from pub quizzes, yoga, bootcamps and an annual sailboat race. Networking and knowledge sharing are also an important part of Young Boskalis.

Additional Information

Extra information

The starting period of this practical internship is in between February & March 2027! Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it is clear we are a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company. 

We will be happy to answer your questions about this internship. You can send an email to Thijs Wanders 

Disclaimer for recruitment and selection agencies 
We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment- and selection agencies. 

  • Department: Dredging operations
  • Level of experience: Student
  • What we promise 1: An adventurous job around the world
  • Organisation: Dredging
  • Region: The Netherlands
  • What we ask of you 3: Achieving Results
  • What we ask of you 1: Taking Initiative
  • Disciplines: Operations
  • What we promise 2: Contributing to one of a kind projects
  • What we promise 3: Creating new horizons, literally
  • What we ask of you 2: Building Relationships
  • Core Responsibilities

    The intern will support the execution of dredging projects by managing site operations, including mobilization and demobilization. They will also be responsible for detailed planning, monitoring project progress, and coordinating with vessel crews and subcontractors.

    Requirements

    Candidates must be students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent field. Applicants are required to be based in the Netherlands, possess strong English language skills, and be willing to work abroad on a rotational schedule.

    Benefits

    • Internship guidance
    • Warm welcome
    • Internship allowance
    • Social and sporting activities
    • Networking and knowledge sharing

    About Boskalis

    Industry: Civil Engineering

    Company size: 10,001+ employees

    Boskalis is a leading global services provider operating in the dredging, maritime infrastructure and maritime services sectors. The company provides creative and innovative all-round solutions to infrastructural challenges in the maritime, coastal and delta regions of the world. With core activities such as coastal defense, riverbank protection and land reclamation Boskalis is able to provide adaptive and mitigating solutions to combat the effects of climate change, such as extreme weather conditions and rising sea levels, as well as delivering solutions for the increasing need for space in coastal and delta regions across the world. The company facilitates the development of offshore energy infrastructure, including renewable wind energy and is active in the construction and maintenance of ports, waterways, access channels and civil infrastructure. In addition, Boskalis is a global marine salvage expert and provides terminal services at various locations worldwide. With a versatile fleet of more than 500 vessels and floating equipment and over 11,000 employees, Boskalis is creating new horizons around the world.

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