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Why Choose an Amsterdam Engineering Internship?
Kickstart your engineering career with world-class work experience.
In Amsterdam, what you see is what you get. Here you’ll discover a relaxed atmosphere, idyllic waterways, and a friendly populace. As well as a uniquely European culture.
It’s the best way to get a head start in the competitive field of engineering. The Dutch have a proud tradition of engineering, including the invention of the thermostat and the camera projector. You’ll join a long and storied line of professionals as you hone your craft in this fantastic city. What will you discover?
As a bonus, you’ll have the chance to explore the unique culture of Amsterdam. You’ll be totally immersed in a city of history, food, and art!
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What’s Included
Advance your career in Engineering
A guaranteed professional Engineering internship in Amsterdam
Our partner firms are carefully chosen to provide you with the widest possible selection of internship opportunities. We’ll factor in your existing skills and career goals as we build your internship program. This personalized approach is designed to unlock your potential and ensure that you thrive in the Engineering sector. We’ll also offer comprehensive support; from the earliest planning stages to your final departure, we’ll have your back.
Our wide range of firms can offer internships in many different sectors, including but not limited to:
● Mechanical Engineering
● Civil Engineering
● Industrial Engineering
● Aerospace Engineering
● Biomedical Engineering
● And many more
Immersive workshop
Our workshop is carefully built to help you hone your professional skill-set. Boost your professional development as you prepare for the challenges of your internship; all with the aid of coaches and speakers.
Career coaching and support
While in Amsterdam, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a 1-to-1 career session with the support of a qualified coach. Reflect upon your career to date, as well as the successes of your internship so far. Then plan ahead for the future.
Throughout your internship, we’ll also support you with tailored interview tips and career advice.
A curated calendar of professional networking events
Networking is a key part of engineering success – particularly if you’re considering going freelance in the future. Head along to a professional networking event and meet some top leaders in the engineering sector.
Access to online resources and tools
Throughout your internship, you’ll have access to an online portal of tools to boost your employability and skill-set. Apply your new knowledge to your internship to ensure your success.
Take a look at the Career Development section further below for more details.
CV support
Getting your CV or resume into gear is the best way of standing out to future employers. We’ll help you tailor yours to top industry standards.
Beyond Academy Certificate of Excellence
Upon completion of your program, we’ll confirm your alumni status with a Beyond Academy Certificate of Excellence.
Community & Events
Comprehensive 24/7 local Amsterdam support
Our local team will be on the ground to offer 24/7 support throughout your internship. Including professional advice and tips on all the best hotspots in town.
The chance to be part of the local community
Moving to a new city is always a nerve-wracking prospect – especially when combined with starting a new job! To help you settle in, you’ll join the Beyond Community. As you discover Amsterdam together, this close-knit group of interns is the perfect support network.
A detailed orientation around Amsterdam
Upon your arrival, you’ll undergo a comprehensive orientation. Here you’ll prepare for everything that awaits you in Amsterdam.
Welcome lunch or dinner
After the orientation, our welcome lunch or dinner will be the perfect opportunity for you to get to know your fellow interns better. Many of our previous interns have made friends for life during their internship programs!
Bi-Weekly community lunch or dinner
Relax after a busy working week with a delicious community meal. Head to a trendy restaurant or grab some takeout and unwind!
Local events and day trips in and around Amsterdam
Living in Amsterdam, you’ll feel totally immersed in Dutch culture. To aid you as you soak up the atmosphere, you’ll have the opportunity to embark upon three exciting day trips; including canal cruises and market tours!
Take a look at the Community section below for more details.
A calendar full of exciting social events
As well as an array of trips and dinners, we’ll organize a varied range of social events. Join your friends and have some fun!
Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
As your program nears its conclusion, celebrate what you’ve achieved at your farewell dinner. Then bid goodbye to your Beyond Community, and Amsterdam itself.
Some extras
Visa support
If you need a visa to work in Amsterdam, we’ll be here to help. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
Airport transport on arrival
We’ll meet you when you land and take you straight to your accommodation for the next few weeks.
Beyond Academy welcome bag
You’ll receive a Beyond Academy-branded bag full of handpicked goodies to welcome you to Amsterdam.
SIM card (on request)
If you requested it, we’ll provide you with a country-specific SIM card on arrival. So that you can keep in touch easily during your stay.
Beyonders Share Their Experience on Our Program
“What I loved about Beyond Academy and why I choose them is because they are more flexible and more individually tailored to what each person is looking for, rather than just a generalised experience. My group and the entire Beyond community has been really welcoming. I am so lucky to be able to have this experience with people that are similar, as in we are all looking to grow personally, grow professionally and also just enjoy every moment. Everyone here has left behind the familiar and has come to the unfamiliar which can be scary, but when you have a community as good as this, it’s not scary at all.”
Hannah from the United States
PR & Journalism Intern, London Immersive Program
“I am involved in Project Management, which is close to what I want to do in the future. One of my favorite parts of my internship is that I’m taken seriously. In the sense that after building up some trust and showing the company what I have to offer, What was great was that I was able to work on a project from start to finish and really get to know the while process, that really gives me a feeling of accomplishment.”
Karin from Austria
Project Management Intern, Tokyo Immersive Program
“My experience so far here has been amazing, it’s just a shock how much I have been enjoying it. The interns are amazing here so we have been hanging out and getting to know each other and exploring Seoul. It’s really just been a full experience that I have been embracing every single day. I work in a team who creates content relating to K-pop. My favourite part of interning is getting to know my coworkers, being around a group of people that are just so kind and inviting, working alongside them every day has been the best experience. I had been hearing about Beyond Academy for quite some time and I read some really great reviews. I wanted to get the work and life balance, which Beyond offered. My favourite thing about Beyond are the connections I have made here and also the events that have been planned, it gets all of us out to embrace Korean culture.”
Jordan from the United States
Marketing Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
“I would recommend Beyond Academy because overall its such an incredible experience. Its not like studying abroad through school because you are really immersed in it, you are here living and working and it really gives you the opportunity to feel like you are making headway in your career. ”
Francesca from the United States Theatre Production Intern, London Immersive Program
“I have learnt an insane amount over the last two months. Having been at Uni for two years, I have learnt so much more in a short space of time. I love the fact that so much effort has gone into us having a such a good time. My overall experience so far has been incredible, the balance between working and having fun with friends, and the accommodation has just been great.”
Kim from South Africa
Engineering Intern, London Immersive Program
“I knew with Beyond I was in safe hands, the communication I got form day one was amazing. Thankfully I got put into an excellent internship in investment firm, and I am loving it so far, I love using the insights and experiences that I have learnt in my degree and putting that to use in the workplace.”
Clodagh from Ireland
Investment Intern, London Immersive Program
Developing Your Career in Engineering
Incorporating your existing skills and aspirations, we’ll build your internship to give you the best possible chance of professional success.
- A Professional Engineering Internship
- Immersive workshop
- Career Coaching & Support
- Online Tools & Resources
- Practical Engineering Experience
A Professional Engineering Internship
With start dates every month, and lasting anywhere between one and six months in length, you can choose a program that works for you.
In Amsterdam, you’ll gain world-class engineering experience. The Dutch have a long history of engineering, and today punch far above their weight in international comparisons. Prominent Dutch firms include Royal Dutch Shell, Philips, and Arcadis; but you’ll also find a wide selection of SMEs and innovative startups. Wherever you gain your experience, you’ll emerge from Amsterdam with a unique international outlook, ready to jump into a successful career in engineering.
English is widely spoken in Amsterdam, and you’ll find over 170 nationalities represented here. It’s a true melting pot, and you’ll be discovering new peoples and cultures every day. Your unique perspective may lead to interesting conversations!
Immersive workshop
Our workshop is carefully built to ensure you develop your core skills and competencies.
With the guidance of qualified coaches and speakers, you’ll run through a range of exercises designed to prepare you for a professional role. A typical workshop will include leadership, team skills, professional branding, and more.
You’ll leave this session feeling renewed and ready to tackle any challenge ahead of you.
Career Coaching & Support
While you work in Amsterdam, take advantage of the 1-to-1 career session on offer. It’s a great chance to review your career and set out any future goals; all with professional guidance.
Of course, you’ll be experiencing the busy life of an engineering intern – full of meetings, trips, and social events. So pencil this session in at the best time for you.
Some interns take their appointment in the opening days of their internship. This is a good way of getting yourself in the right mindset for the challenging weeks ahead. Otherwise, you could take your meeting mid-way through your internship for a session of two halves; focus initially on your progress so far, then set out any changes you’d like to make in your remaining time.
And lastly, you might find that a session in the closing days of your internship is a great way of taking stock of your achievements and successes; as well as your failures. This is also a good time to start thinking about your next steps in engineering.
You’ll also have access to tailored career advice and interview tips throughout your internship. We’ll help you as you polish your CV or resume; or assist you as you prepare a professional portfolio.
Online Tools & Resources
Our online portal of curated tools and resources is a great way to boost your skills. Access these resources at any time in your internship.
Examples of the support we provide include:
● A personal development plan toolkit
● Online interview skills seminars
● Sessions on communication or building your brand
● And many more useful resources you can access at any time
Practical Engineering Experience
Engineering can be tough; long hours and precise calculations lie ahead of you. But there’s nothing more rewarding than getting things exactly right; it’s why you got into engineering in the first place. Here’s a few examples of the tasks that might await you in Amsterdam:
– Produce clear, consistent and referenced calculations, reports and sketches
– Assist in the design, testing and implementation of engineering software
– Perform validation checks on aircraft
– Develop root cause analysis skills
– Gain experience in fault-finding, testing, maintenance and repair
Community & Events
With the aid and support of your Beyond Community, Amsterdam will soon feel like your second home.
- Your Amsterdam Community
- Welcome Orientation
- Networking Opportunities
- Canal Cruise
- Market Tour
- Zaanse Schans
Your Amsterdam Community
With an easy-going and relaxed atmosphere, there’s nothing quite like interning in Amsterdam. Here you’ll find museums filled with treasures dating back to the Dutch Golden Age; they’re the best place to discover the remains of a mighty empire that once strode upon the world stage. Science, art, and trade all flourished in this period; head to art galleries to discover magnificent paintings, then try the NEMO Science Museum to discover the contributions the Dutch made to engineering. Even the city’s glorious canals date back to this period! A modern city, you’ll also find all the cafes, restaurants, and bars you could ever need. Immerse yourself in traditional heritage before kicking back and trying some delicious food and drink.
As you explore the city, your Beyond Community will be with you every step of the way. They’re a fantastic source of support and advice, and you’ll look back fondly on the memories you make together.
Welcome Orientation
When you land in Amsterdam, we’ll familiarize you with everything that awaits you. Including the work you’ll be doing and the city itself. You’ll also receive regular community dinner invites, so head along when you can!
Networking Opportunities
Take advantage of your time in Amsterdam by getting to know as many top engineering professionals as possible. Head along to a top industry networking session and say hello to everyone; the connections you make here may benefit you immeasurably in your future career.
Canal Cruise
Soak up the atmosphere of Amsterdam as you take this leisurely canal cruise through the heart of the city. Explore every nook and cranny of the Venice of the North as you uncover a range of iconic sights and beautiful gabled buildings. As you float along, feast on a selection of sumptuous food and drink!
Market Tour
Take a deep dive into the heart of the city with this market tour. Discover everything Amsterdam has to offer as you hop from stall to stall. Try some delicious Dutch food and drink, such as crispy bitterballen balls and kibbeling fish. Then branch out and sample a selection of authentic international food: why not Sudanese goraasa be dama stew or classic Italian pizza?
Zaanse Schans
Take a trip back in time with an excursion to Zaanse Schans. This well-preserved village offers a glimpse of traditional Dutch life; experience windmills, traditional houses, fascinating museums, and freshly baked food! Make sure to try some authentic Dutch cheese, then finish off your day with some tasty cookies. Then pick up a souvenir or two for friends and family back home.
Your Amsterdam program
at a glance
You’ll be eager to know just what an engineering internship is like. So here’s a snapshot of a typical 6-week program.
Weeks 1 & 2
As you touch down at Schiphol Airport, you can’t quite believe you’ve finally made it to Amsterdam. A brand-new culture awaits you; but first, meet us in arrivals. We’ll whisk you to your new home for the next few weeks, so you can start your adventure!
Some interns spend their first day unwinding after a long flight; others head straight back out the door and start exploring. The choice is yours. Join us on day two for your orientation. Here we’ll run you through everything that awaits you in Amsterdam, from your work to the city itself. Afterwards, the first of many dinners will welcome you to the Netherlands. Meet your Beyond Community and start building friendships that will last you a lifetime.
Get stuck into your work to impress your new colleagues. Turn up on time and ask questions; after all, you’re here to learn. Both your team and your manager will be a bedrock of support as you work here, and you can rely on them for anything.
You might find yourself challenged by the busy and varied workload facing you. So to help you prepare for your internship, it’s a good idea to take an early skills workshop. Work with coaches and speakers to train your core skills and competencies.
Soon enough, it’s time for your first trip. Take a relaxing cruise along the criss-crossing canals of Amsterdam. Take in everything the city has to offer – from architectural delights to impressive flower arrangements.
Weeks 3 & 4
You’ve been gaining more and more confidence as each day passes. By now you’re comfortable performing maintenance on electrical systems without supervision; and you’re a pro at producing detailed root cause analysis reports. As week three begins, take some time out with your manager to discuss your progress so far.
Your work life has been busy over the past few weeks, so you might want to unwind at a community dinner. Meet up with your friends and chat about your experiences over a delicious bite to eat; to get home, cycle or take a water taxi.
You’ll likely have met plenty of engineering professionals throughout your internship, and you’ll have picked up a few contacts of your own. To aid you as you develop your own network, we’ll send out an invite to a top engineering event. Head along and meet top leaders in your sector; who knows how it’ll pay off down the line?
For your second trip, get ready to go market hopping as you take a cultural deep-dive like no other. Sample delicious food and drink, then learn some local history! Make sure you take in the Old Town before you go.
Weeks 5 & 6
As your internship nears its end, you’ve been thinking back on what you’ve gained here. It’s not just hands-on work experience; you’ve also completely immersed yourself in Amsterdam, and made life-long friends to boot. Not bad for six weeks! Before it’s time to leave, make sure you arrange your 1-to-1 career session. Reflect on what you’ve achieved, then set out a roadmap to plan out your next steps.
Complete your cultural education with a trip to Zaanse Schans. You’ve experienced Amsterdam in its entirety; now it’s time to head out of the city and take in some traditional Dutch heritage. Try some delicious fresh goods, marvel at centuries-old buildings, then grab some souvenirs to take home.
Your last scheduled event is your goodbye dinner. It’s time to say farewell to your friends as you celebrate your achievements together. It’ll be an emotional evening, but pledge to stay in touch and then say goodbye. Before you’re due to fly out of the city, make sure you’ve got as much out of Amsterdam as you can. Whether that’s experiencing the Anne Frank Museum or sipping a cocktail in the Skybar of A’dam Toren. You won’t regret it!
Just a Few of Our Host Company Partners
We collaborate with a diverse array of companies, spanning from boutique PR firms to multinational advisory firms. Please note that these examples are purely for reference. The specific company you’ll be associated with will be determined by a wide range of criteria.
Accommodation
in Amsterdam
+ EUR 1,480 per month
+ EUR 1480 per month
Our housing partners in Amsterdam are carefully chosen to meet our stringent safety, quality and cleanliness standards. We offer mainly student accommodation or shared apartments. You’ll be living with fellow Beyond Interns, students and other young professionals. It’s a great way to build your own community, especially if you’re traveling from abroad.
You’ll have your own private bedroom with shared communal spaces (kitchen, bathroom, living spaces etc). All rooms come with bedding, Wi-Fi, and often have a desk. Locations will vary but you’ll always be placed somewhere with access to public transport. Depending on where your firm is, we try to ensure your commute time is no more than 30-60 minutes.
We’ll confirm your exact accommodation and location around 3-4 weeks before your Engineering internship begins. This is due to the demand for short term accommodation and ever-changing availability.
Beyonders Share Their Experience on Our Program
“What I loved about Beyond Academy and why I choose them is because they are more flexible and more individually tailored to what each person is looking for, rather than just a generalised experience. My group and the entire Beyond community has been really welcoming. I am so lucky to be able to have this experience with people that are similar, as in we are all looking to grow personally, grow professionally and also just enjoy every moment. Everyone here has left behind the familiar and has come to the unfamiliar which can be scary, but when you have a community as good as this, it’s not scary at all.”
Hannah from the United States
PR & Journalism Intern, London Immersive Program
“I am involved in Project Management, which is close to what I want to do in the future. One of my favorite parts of my internship is that I’m taken seriously. In the sense that after building up some trust and showing the company what I have to offer, What was great was that I was able to work on a project from start to finish and really get to know the while process, that really gives me a feeling of accomplishment.”
Karin from Austria
Project Management Intern, Tokyo Immersive Program
“My experience so far here has been amazing, it’s just a shock how much I have been enjoying it. The interns are amazing here so we have been hanging out and getting to know each other and exploring Seoul. It’s really just been a full experience that I have been embracing every single day. I work in a team who creates content relating to K-pop. My favourite part of interning is getting to know my coworkers, being around a group of people that are just so kind and inviting, working alongside them every day has been the best experience. I had been hearing about Beyond Academy for quite some time and I read some really great reviews. I wanted to get the work and life balance, which Beyond offered. My favourite thing about Beyond are the connections I have made here and also the events that have been planned, it gets all of us out to embrace Korean culture.”
Jordan from the United States
Marketing Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
“I would recommend Beyond Academy because overall its such an incredible experience. Its not like studying abroad through school because you are really immersed in it, you are here living and working and it really gives you the opportunity to feel like you are making headway in your career. ”
Francesca from the United States Theatre Production Intern, London Immersive Program
“I have learnt an insane amount over the last two months. Having been at Uni for two years, I have learnt so much more in a short space of time. I love the fact that so much effort has gone into us having a such a good time. My overall experience so far has been incredible, the balance between working and having fun with friends, and the accommodation has just been great.”
Kim from South Africa
Engineering Intern, London Immersive Program
“I knew with Beyond I was in safe hands, the communication I got form day one was amazing. Thankfully I got put into an excellent internship in investment firm, and I am loving it so far, I love using the insights and experiences that I have learnt in my degree and putting that to use in the workplace.”
Clodagh from Ireland
Investment Intern, London Immersive Program
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Program Costs
Our guarantee: In the highly unlikely event that we’re unable to find you a suitable role within your first and second preferred industries, you will receive a full refund of any program payments made.
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