Internship: Design and Analysis of Timber Structures for Industrial Platforms
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Internship: Design and Analysis of Timber Structures for Industrial PlatformsJob Description
Assignment type: Internship
Start date: February 2027
Assignment duration: 6 months
Location: Veghel
Education level: Bachelor / Master
Desired study: Built Environment, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related
Language: Dutch / English
Description of Assignment
Are you ready to drive sustainable innovation in large-scale industrial engineering? Driven by sustainability goals, Vanderlande and its global customers are actively exploring eco-friendly alternatives to traditional steel structures. Timber has emerged as a promising, high-potential solution. To turn this green potential into real-world applications, we need your analytical and engineering expertise to acquire practical knowledge and establish design standards.
In this hands-on engineering internship, you will investigate the feasibility of timber structures for industrial platforms. You will create innovative 3D designs, establish clear structural principles, and evaluate the full operational impact on engineering, costs, and lead times. Your research and practical insights will directly shape Vanderlande’s next steps toward sustainable platform design.
Department Description
You will join the Steel Competence Team within the Engineering Department of Domain Distribution. Our specialized team plays a pivotal role in delivering key projects for global market leaders such as Amazon, DHL, and UPS during both sales and execution phases.
We design complex platforms, coordinate with international suppliers, provide expert structural advice, and partner with cost engineers to budget major steelwork projects. Working alongside multidisciplinary project teams and sales experts, you will gain firsthand experience in high-impact industrial engineering within a dynamic global environment.
Tasks/Responsibilities
- Create innovative 3D designs for timber platform structures as sustainable alternatives to steel
- Perform structural safety and performance analyses on timber concepts
- Define technical requirements and design principles to support future procurement
- Evaluate trade-offs and document findings on engineering, cost, and process impacts
- Formulate clear recommendations and strategic next steps for implementation
Your Profile
- Solid knowledge of structural engineering principles in steel and timber.
- Proficient with structural analysis software (preferably Scia Engineer) and AutoCAD.
- Creative, solution-oriented mindset with an enterprising and curious attitude.
- Strong technical background in Built Environment, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands
Contact
Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: [email protected].
Core Responsibilities
The intern will investigate the feasibility of timber structures as a sustainable alternative to steel for industrial platforms. Responsibilities include creating 3D designs, performing structural safety analyses, and documenting engineering and cost impacts.
Requirements
Candidates must be enrolled in a Dutch education system, reside in the Netherlands, and be pursuing a degree in Built Environment, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Proficiency in structural analysis software like Scia Engineer and AutoCAD is required.
About Vanderlande
Industry: Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Vanderlande is the long-term partner of choice for the world’s leading airports and distribution operators – delivering automation solutions, operational software, and lifecycle services that drive performance, reliability, and sustainable growth. Vanderlande empowers the world’s most demanding airports and distribution operations to move faster, smarter, and more sustainably. As a trusted long-term partner, Vanderlande designs, delivers, and manages end-to-end logistics automation — combining best-in-class mechanical systems with cyber-secure operational software and data-driven services that keep mission-critical infrastructure performing at its peak. Serving the world’s top 50 airports and the largest parcel and e-commerce distribution networks globally, including partnerships with industry leaders such as UPS, DHL, FedEx, and GeoPost.Vanderlande brings unmatched operational intimacy to every engagement. Customers choose Vanderlande not only for the longevity and reliability of its solutions, but for its proven commitment to project delivery: when challenges arise, Vanderlande leans in. Founded in 1949 and part of Toyota Industries Corporation, Vanderlande combines seven decades of engineering excellence with a forward-looking approach to digital innovation and sustainability — continually reducing the energy footprint of its systems and making responsible choices across its global supply chain. With nearly 10,000 employees and revenues approaching €3 billion, Vanderlande operates across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia-Pacific, delivering solutions that move people, goods, and possibilities forward.