Human Resources Internships in Amsterdam

We carefully build our skills workshop to prepare you for the varied nature of your internship.

Under the watchful eye of coaches and speakers, you’ll run through a range of exercises designed to bolster your skills. Whether that’s leadership or professional confidence, you’ll leave this workshop ready to meet the challenges that await you!

Working with a qualified career coach, consider your successes and failures to date in this 1-to-1 session. Reflect on your strengths and weaknesses, then set out goals and plan ahead for the future.

You’ll find yourself experiencing the busy life of an HR intern, packed full of meetings, trips, and community dinners; so pencil in this session at the best time for you.

Some prefer to take their meeting in the opening days of their internship. This is a great way of getting yourself into the right mindset for the coming weeks; you could even set out some goals you’d like to meet in your time here. Otherwise, schedule your session for half-way through your time in Amsterdam for a balanced meeting. First focus on your progress so far; then set out any improvements you’d like to make going forward.

Lastly, you might want to wait until the last few days of your internship to review your achievements. Look back on what you’ve gained, then consider your next steps after Amsterdam.

At any time in your program, you’ll also have access to tailored career advice and interview support. Whether that’s CV or resume tips; or guidance as you put together a professional portfolio.

Boost your skills and employability with our online portal of tools and resources.

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

HR is a demanding sector, and you’ll be balancing plenty of tasks simultaneously. But keep on top of things and you’ll thrive. Here’s just a few examples of the responsibilities that might await you:

– Create and update personnel files
– Provide administrative support to the HR team
– Assist in the creation and maintenance of training documentation
– Liaise with internal and external customers
– Organize internal company events eg. Socials

Before you start your internship, we’ll be sure to take you through a comprehensive welcome orientation. Here, we’ll introduce you to Amsterdam and the internship awaiting you. You’ll also receive plenty of invitations to community dinners, so head along! It’s a great way to unwind after a busy week.

Use your time in Amsterdam to make as many HR connections as you can. To help you build up your list of contacts, we’ll send you an invite to a top industry networking event. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet as many HR leaders as you can; the right meeting can result in job or interview offers down the line.

Float serenely down the canals of Amsterdam as you experience the city from a unique perspective. Pick out iconic sites and stunning architecture, including multi-colored gabled buildings; and make sure to sample a range of fantastic food and drink as you do it. It’s the best way to experience Amsterdam; there’s a reason it’s known as the Venice of the North!

Take a deep dive into the heart of Amsterdam with a market tour around the city; from the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Old Town to the varied tastes and smells of Chinatown. Feast upon a diverse array of Dutch food and drink, including delicious fried bitterballen meatballs; then sample a selection from the city’s impressive range of authentic international stalls.

Experience a slice of traditional Dutch life with a journey to Zaanse Schans. Head out of Amsterdam to get to grips with this preserved village, full of iconic windmills, houses, bakeries, and museums. Try some freshly baked goods, or some rich chocolate, before soaking up the history and culture on offer. Before you leave, grab a souvenir or two from an artisanal gift shop.