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Kickstart your career in Technology & Software Engineering with a world-class internship.
With its booming economy and thriving start-up culture, Amsterdam’s the place to begin your tech career. The Netherlands is home to one of the most competitive economies in the world, and with that comes huge investment in tech. Technology and software engineering are increasingly part of everyday life; and from education to manufacturing to healthcare, they’ll soon be a part of every sector. So it’s a fantastic time to jump into this challenging and rewarding industry.
That’s not all. In Amsterdam, you’ll have the chance to experience a unique and youthful culture. Explore the city as you discover history, food, and iconic architecture!
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We carefully select our partner companies to offer the widest possible range of internship opportunities. We’ll make sure to build your program with your background in mind, including your existing skills and aspirations. This tailored approach will allow you to unlock your potential and begin your career in the best possible way. And throughout your internship, we’ll offer constant support; including professional advice and cultural tips.
Our wide range of firms can offer internships in many different sectors, including but not limited to:
– Software Engineering
– App Development
– E-commerce
– Data & Analytics
– Artificial Intelligence
– And many more
Utilize our immersive skills workshop to boost your professional skill-set and employability. Here, you’ll work with coaches and speakers as you undertake exercises in leadership, team skills, and many more!
Look back on your career to date in this 1-to-1 session. Consider what you’ve achieved and the goals you’d like to meet before leaving Amsterdam; then set out a roadmap to your dream job, all with the aid of a professional coach.
At any point in your program, you’ll also have access to personalized interview tips and career advice.
While you work in Amsterdam, take the opportunity to build your own network of industry contacts. We’ll send you an invitation to a top tech event, so head along and meet the leaders in your sector. Get to know the right person and you may be speaking to your next boss.
Throughout your internship, you can access an online portal of fantastic employability resources and tools.
Take a look at the Career Development section further below for more details.
A stand-out CV or resume is key to landing your dream job. That’s why we’ll help you tailor yours to top industry standards.
Upon completion of your program, we’ll confirm your alumni status with a Beyond Academy Certificate of Excellence.
Our local team will be on hand to give you comprehensive support throughout your time in Amsterdam. From advice on navigating Dutch business culture to bookstore recommendations, we’ll be there.
Moving to a new city can be daunting. Combine that with starting a new job and you’ll likely be nervous. That’s why you’ll join the Beyond Community, a group of new and existing interns. They’ll be your closest friends as you explore Amsterdam, and you’ll never forget your time with them.
When you land, you’ll embark on a detailed orientation around Amsterdam. This is your chance to prepare for everything that awaits you on your internship.
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!
Unwind after a long week at work with one of our popular community meals. Catch up with your friends as you get to know Amsterdam’s fantastically varied culinary culture.
A Beyond internship isn’t just about first-class work experience; it’s a cultural experience too. So to assist you as you immerse yourself in Dutch culture, we’ll organize three exciting half-day trips. Including a canal cruise and market tour. It’s the best way of getting to know your host city.
Take a look at the Community section below for the details.
As well as regular trips and dinners, we’ll organize an exciting range of social events. Join your friends as you take a break and have some fun!
As your internship draws to a close, celebrate your achievements at your goodbye dinner. Then say goodbye to Amsterdam.
If you need a visa to work in Amsterdam, we’re ready to help. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
When you land in Amsterdam, we’ll take you straight from the airport to your home for the coming weeks.
You’ll receive a Beyond Academy-branded bag full of handpicked goodies to welcome you to Amsterdam.
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.
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We’ll work closely with you to build a Technology & Software Engineering internship that works for you.
With start dates every month, and lasting anywhere between one and six months in length, you can choose the internship program that matches your aspirations and goals.
In Amsterdam, tech is thriving. A top destination for international IT professionals, you’ll find plenty of innovative start-ups and established big companies here. And there’s a fantastic digital infrastructure too; the Amsterdam Internet Exchange is one of the largest data transport hubs in the world. So wherever you gain your experience, you’ll be completely immersed in a technological haven. Culturally, the Dutch are forthright and direct. They don’t mean to offend – they just say what they mean! They’re also highly collaborative people who ensure that every voice is heard before decisions are taken; so you’ll always be included.
English is widely spoken in Amsterdam, which means getting to know your fellow professionals will be a breeze. It’s a dynamic and varied culture, and there’s so much to see and do!
When you’re in Amsterdam, you’ll have the chance to attend our immersive workshop to boost your key skills and employability.
You’ll work alongside professional coaches and inspirational speakers to improve your core competencies. Including team skills, adaptability, professional confidence, and more.
You’ll leave feeling reinvigorated for the challenges that face you.
Take some time out to consider your career with an exclusive 1-to-1 coaching session. With professional insight, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect upon your progress and set out your goals for the future.
You’ll be living the busy life of a tech intern, full of meetings, trips and dinners. So you can pencil in this session at the right time for you.
Some prefer to take an appointment in the opening days of their program. This way, you can prepare for the work that awaits you; and you could even set out some goals to meet in your time here. Or you could wait until mid-way through your internship for a more balanced session. Start out by discussing what you’ve achieved so far, then set out any adjustments for the rest of your program.
And if you’d prefer, you might want to take your meeting in the final days of your internship. This is a good way of looking back on what you’ve gained in Amsterdam. Then set out a roadmap to your future career.
You’ll also have access to personalized career advice and interview support throughout your internship. Whether that’s CV or resume tips; or advice on putting together a professional portfolio.
Our online tools and resources are a great way of boosting your skills and employability; apply your new knowledge to your internship to impress your colleagues.
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
An ever-changing field of work, there’s always something new to learn in tech. So put the work in and you’ll be sure to flourish. Here’s just a few examples of the tasks that might await you in your internship:
– Research news and breakthroughs in modern technology eg. AI or robotics
– Create, maintain and improve automated test scripts
– Ensure public-facing products remain available, and diagnose and solve issues as they arise
– Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand expectations and plan accordingly
– Collaborate with the development team to spec, design and build new features end-to-end
With your Beyond Community beside you, Amsterdam will soon feel like home.
Living in Amsterdam will be a unique experience. An easy-going city, you’ll be whizzing through the streets on a bike or taking to the canals with a water taxi. With less pollution and noise than your typical capital, it’s the perfect city to take a relaxing picnic. Amsterdam also has a thriving café culture, so grab a coffee and watch the world go by; then discover a rich cultural history of empire, art and commerce as you immerse yourself in Amsterdam’s fantastic museum scene. Plus, the city has a great youthful vibe, full of pubs, clubs, restaurants and bars. Amsterdam is yours to make the most of. You’ll also find a high concentration of English speakers here, which makes navigating the city a relaxed experience.
And best of all, you’ll have the support and friendship of your Beyond Community as you uncover Amsterdam. It’s the best group of friends you could possibly ask for.
Before you begin your internship, we’ll take you on a comprehensive welcome orientation around Amsterdam. It’s your chance to prepare for everything that awaits you; we’ll take you through everything, including tips on how to get the most out of the city. We’ll also send you regular invitations to our popular community dinners; so take the opportunity to kick back and relax with your Beyond Community.
Use your international experience to network with as many tech professionals as you possibly can. Tech is an interconnected industry, and a chance encounter may well result in a job or interview offer. To help you as you build up your list of contacts, we’ll send an invite to a top industry event. Head along and get to know your sector – good things may come of it.
Immerse yourself in the waterways of Amsterdam as you experience ‘the Venice of the North’ from a new perspective. Float along as you spot iconic sights and take in Amsterdam’s unique and beautiful architecture; from pristine green spaces to colorful gabled buildings. Indulge in a platter of delicious food as you go!
Discover the beating heart of Amsterdam through its fantastic array of markets and stalls. Explore the city, taking in everything it has to offer; from the quaint Old Town to the smells and tastes of Chinatown. Get to know the locals as you learn some history and culture; then try everything on offer, from classic Dutch snacks like raw herring to an authentic selection of international food.
Head out to the preserved village of Zaanse Schans as you immerse yourself in a more traditional time. With its collection of iconic windmills, 18th-century houses, bakeries, and museums, there’s plenty to discover. Soak up some history before trying some fresh chocolate, bread or pastries. Then head to an artisanal store to pick up a few hand-crafted souvenirs for friends and family back home.
To give you a snapshot of life in Amsterdam, we’ve put together a glimpse at a typical 6-week Technology & Software Engineering internship.
After months of excitement, you’ve finally made it: welcome to Amsterdam. You’ll begin soaking up the city’s laid-back atmosphere as soon as you step off the plane, and you can’t wait to get started; but first, meet us in arrivals and allow us to take you to your new home.
Spend your first day relaxing. You could kick back in your room or a nearby café; or you might want to hop on a bike and head into the heart of the city. On day two you’ll join us for your comprehensive orientation, where we’ll familiarize you with everything you’ll face on your program. That evening, you’ll meet your new friends at your first community dinner. Settle into Amsterdam life as you get to know each other over some delicious food.
On your first day of work, turn up promptly to impress your colleagues. You’ll soon be in the thick of things, so get to know your office and your co-workers, then get to work! Make sure to treat this as a learning experience. Your colleagues and manager will know all the tricks of the trade, so take advantage of their knowledge.
With a busy and challenging workload facing you, it’s a good idea to take an early skills workshop. Work with coaches and speakers to train your core competencies; you’ll leave feeling re-energized and ready to take on everything your internship could throw at you.
Before you know it, it’s time for your first trip. Get to know Amsterdam through its most iconic feature – its canals! Relax as you take in the city; and sample some delicious food as you do it.
By now, you’re feeling comfortable in your position. You’re a master at putting together regular briefing documents for your colleagues, summarizing recent developments in your field and how best to take advantage of them. And you’ve developed your familiarity with your firm’s own particular coding style, unravelling streams of data as you work to make things more accessible. So now’s a good time to take stock of your progress with your manager.
After a busy couple of weeks, you’ll want to unwind; so take some time out your friends at a community dinner. Branch out and try an international restaurant or takeaway, then chat the night away!
A few weeks in, you’ll already be familiar with a few of your fellow tech professionals. To help you build your network of contacts, we’ll send out an invite to a top industry networking event. Head along and get to know your sector; your next job may be just around the corner!
Next up, it’s your second trip. Take a market tour of Amsterdam as you immerse yourself in some local history and culture. Finish off your tour by trying a fantastic range of street food and international dishes.
Your internship is drawing to a close, and you’ve pencilled in your 1-to-1 career session to reflect on your time in Amsterdam. What have you gained? Not just world-class professional experience but life-long friends and contacts; as well as a complete cultural immersion. Not bad for six weeks! Before you finish your session, start thinking about your next steps after finishing your internship.
Journey out of the city to Zaanse Schans for your final trip. This preserved 18th-century village is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the traditional heritage of the Netherlands. Experience iconic windmills and delicious bakeries, then grab a few souvenirs before leaving.
Before you’re due to fly out, you’ve got one last scheduled event: your goodbye dinner. This is a great way to cap off your time in Amsterdam; meet up with your friends, reminisce about your time here, then say farewell. And in your final few days, you’ll want to get as much as you can out of the city. Make sure you pay a visit to the magnificent Rijksmuseum, then journey to the Westergasfabriek, a refurbished industrial center, for some shopping and dining!
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.
+ 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 Technology & Software Engineering internship begins. This is due to the demand for short term accommodation and ever-changing availability.
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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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“I love Amsterdam. The city is vibrant and alive. It’s fresh and so open. It’s definitely one of my favourite places.” – Stefon Harris