Explore your

Internships opportunities on our fleet

Explore your

Internships opportunities on our fleet

Looking for an exciting internship at one of our ships? At Van Oord, you will find plenty of opportunities to kickstart your career. 
Looking for an exciting internship at one of our ships? At Van Oord, you will find plenty of opportunities to kickstart your career. 

IMPACT Traineeship

Ready to kickstart your career at a top maritime company?

At Van Oord, it's all about building a better world for the future. We're passionate about what we do and strive to deliver value for our global clients. Proud of our blend of customer focus, innovation, and top talent.

Are you ready to deploy your leadership skills, work in international teams, and tackle real-world challenges?

The IMPACT traineeship is your ticket to an 18-month adventure. Learn on the job, develop yourself, and contribute to our focus on customer orientation, operational excellence, sustainability, and innovation.

We offer plenty of support with coaching, collaboration, and personal development. Join us and make a difference!

Application procedure

The current IMPACT Traineeship is in full swing. The next one begins in September 2025: applications open from January/February 2025.

In the meantime, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Valerie!

Contact

Valerie Bisterbosch
Campus Recruiter T: +31 6 29 60 19 52
E: [email protected]

Internships

Looking for an internship or graduation project that's truly challenging? At Van Oord, there are plenty of opportunities to kickstart your career. Whether you're in business or technical fields, we have opportunities for both!

Are you a smart and passionate student with a love for all things related to the sea? Then check out our careers page for internships and graduation projects that are perfect for you!

As a global marine contractor, we always have interesting projects happening all over the world. Your internship could take place at locations spread across the globe or at our offices in the Netherlands. For graduation projects, you'll usually stay in the Netherlands. Of course, we take good care of you: think transportation, accommodation, meals, and even vaccinations if needed.

How to apply

Check out our vacancies for available internships and graduation positions. Can't find what you're looking for? Feel free to get in touch or send an open application to [email protected].

Contact

Valerie Bisterbosch
Campus Recruiter
T: +31 6 29 60 19 52
E: [email protected]

An internship on our fleet 

Our Fleet  consists of 60 vessels operating worldwide. We offer internships on board for MBO and HBO students studying Maritime Officer. During your time on board, you have the opportunity to develop your skills as a full member of the crew, applying your theoretical knowledge in a dynamic and international environment.
Your supervisor will work with you on board, and you have regular evaluations to discuss your progress and development. You also have a dedicated contact person at the office, your planner, who informs you about practical matters such as flights and vaccinations. Every four weeks, you’ll receive an internship allowance.

Application procedure

The application process is twice a year, we post our internship vacancies on our career website, typically at in October and April/May. If you do not see a suitable internship, feel free to send us an email via [email protected].
We post our fleet internship vacancies twice a year on our career website, usually in early September and March. If there is a match, you start with a phone screening with a Campus Recruiter. If we are both still enthusiastic, we arrange an interview at our office or online with one of the fleet’s pool managers

Contact

Campus Recruiters
T: +31 6 29 60 19 52
E: [email protected]

Keep learning, developing, and growing

Work in an international environment

Build a resilient world

Keep learning, developing, and growing

Work in an international environment

Build a resilient world

During my internship within Subsea Engineering, I had to opportunity to work closely with driven and friendly colleagues. I learned a lot from them. Besides my research I also got to experience the daily activities of the team.

Celine

Intern Subsea Engineering

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