About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

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Open Application — Supply Chain Intern at AkzoNobel

This Is an Open Application — Here's What That Means

We are continuously looking for motivated Supply Chain interns to join our team in Sassenheim. Rather than advertising individual intern positions with fixed start dates, we've created this open application so you can express your interest at any time — regardless of when you're available.

Because we receive applications on a rolling basis, please keep in mind that it may take longer than usual before you hear back from us. We review all applications carefully and will reach out to you if we see a strong match between your profile and an available opportunity. We appreciate your patience and interest in joining AkzoNobel.

The Role

Join AkzoNobel and help protect iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge with our sustainable and innovative paints and coatings. Our diverse team of over 60 supply chain enthusiasts from 20+ countries develops a global supply chain network that serves millions of customers. We value diversity and collaboration to create an ambitious, open-minded, proactive and informal work environment.

As a Supply Chain intern, you will work with stakeholders to set a plan for global sites that satisfies demand while considering complex constraints — becoming a crucial part of AkzoNobel's significant pillar that runs most of its supply chain activities.

As a student, you can learn about supply planning for a paints and coatings production site. This involves:

• Developing efficient plans to meet customer demand and managing resources
• Ensuring the availability of raw materials and packaging
• Managing relationships with suppliers
• Planning for the distribution of products

What Can You Expect From Us?

As a student, you can expect the department to be deeply invested in your personal and professional growth, with the goal of developing you into a future leader or expert in the field. Through this internship, you will be able to:

• Develop your skillset in managing operations and using tools effectively (SAP, Excel)
• Build your understanding of accountability in a professional environment
• Benefit from frequent coaching and feedback sessions to help you improve and grow
• Participate in cross-functional projects and continuously develop your skills and experience

What Do We Look For?

We welcome applications from students who meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's student in Business Administration or Engineering with a specialisation in Supply Chain Management
• Must be enrolled as a student for the full duration of the internship — this is a mandatory requirement
• Minimum internship duration of 6 months
• Minimum availability of 32 hours per week
• Fluent in English — this is a must; proficiency in an additional language is a plus
• An ambitious, open-minded, proactive and collaborative mindset

How to Apply

Submit your open application via our career page including the following three documents:

1. Your CV
2. A motivation letter explaining your interest in AkzoNobel and the Supply Chain department, and what you hope to gain from your internship
3. A separate page with your answers to the questions listed below

Please note that only application via our career page and with these three documents will be considered. 

Questions: 

• What country are you currently residing in?
• Are you currently enrolled in an accredited educational programme? If yes, please provide: 
  
  • Name of the institution
  • Name of study programme
  • Level (e.g. MBO, Bachelor`s Master`s)
  • Enrolled until
• Does your school or university formally approve internships as part of your study programme, and will they approve the duration of your internship at AkzoNobel? Please note that being enrolled and having institutional approval for the full duration of the internship is a requirement for all intern positions at AkzoNobel. 
• When is your available internshop period and total duration? Please provide:
  • Available from 
  • Available until
  • Total internship duration
• How many hours per week are you available for your internship?
• Is there anything else related to your availability or planning that you feel is relevant for us to know?

Please note: Candidates must be authorised to intern in the Netherlands for the full duration of their internship.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.