Internship - Physical Security Program Support (CRES)

Location: Utrecht, Netherlands (hybrid)
Department: Corporate Real Estate Services (CRES)
Duration: 6 months (Starting in september)
Hours: 32 - 40 hours

About the role

We are looking for an intern to support the Corporate Real Estate Services (CRES) Netherlands team in strengthening and standardizing how physical security is implemented across our sites. In this role, you will help translate Group Security policies and standards into practical playbooks, guidelines, and operational processes. You will contribute to risk assessments, support local and regional initiatives, and assist with day-to-day security tasks.

This internship offers hands-on experience in a complex international environment, working with stakeholders such as site managers, workplace services, project managers, and EHS colleagues-while learning how security governance and operational execution work in practice.

Your work will combine program development, documentation, implementation support, and operational assistance.

1) Playbooks, guidelines & process documentation (core)

• Draft and improve practical playbooks and how-to guidelines that help sites implement physical security requirements consistently (e.g., access control/PACS, CCTV, incident response, security awareness at site level).
• Create and maintain process documents, checklists, templates and toolkits (e.g., site assessment templates, evidence checklists and excels).
• Develop clear PowerPoint decks to communicate guidance to stakeholders (local site teams, EHS, regional stakeholders).
• Support harmonization of existing documents (e.g., architecture guidance, security design guidelines) into simplified and usable materials.

2) Policy implementation

• Assist with translating Group Security requirements into local/regional implementation actions and supporting documentation.

3) Risk assessment

• Support basic site security risk assessments (e.g., gathering information, documenting findings, supporting risk registers and mitigation tracking).
• Assist in analyzing recurring themes from incidents or assessment results and proposing practical improvements.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve standardization, maturity, and effectiveness of security controls across sites.

4) Operational support (day-to-day)

• Support day-to-day physical security tasks, including preparing communications (e.g. Security awareness messages).
• Participate in relevant meetings with local (Netherlands) and European stakeholders and capture actions/decisions.

Why is this internship a good fit for you?

• Currently enrolled in a master's program or 3rd year Bachelor (HBO/WO) in: Crisis and Security Management, Public Policy, Public Safety, International Relations, or a closely related field.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required, good understanding of Dutch is preferred (spoken and/or written).
• Strong writing skills: able to produce clear, structured guidance and documentation.
• Comfortable building PowerPoint presentations and working in Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel).
• Analytical mindset: able to structure problems, summarize findings, and turn them into practical actions.
• Organized and reliable: able to track tasks, deadlines, and follow-ups with multiple stakeholders.
• Interest or basic knowledge of physical security topics such as access control, CCTV, incident management, or security operations.
• Any relevant side projects, research, or internships in security/safety.

Benefits

First and foremost, you'll find yourself in an environment where there is a lot to learn, but also plenty of room to take initiative and shape your own path. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team culture, where colleagues are eager to share knowledge, help each other, and celebrate successes. Hard work is recognized and rewarded, we often look for opportunities to offer talented graduates a promising career path within Capgemini after their internship.

What else can you expect?

• A competitive internship allowance of €500 gross per month
• A laptop for your internship assignment
• 1.5 paid leave days per month
• Unlimited access to trainings and workshops via AdvantageYou, MyLearning & Next
• Fun social events and activities with fellow interns

Contact the recruiter

Questions about this vacancy? Contact your recruiter!

Dave Michel

dave.michel@capgemini.com