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Internship opportunity: Operations team Intern

Are you looking to make a real impact in the global water sector? Join the Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) as an Operations Team Intern and help support Dutch water organisations (private, public, knowledge, and NGOs) in driving international water collaboration.

Contact

Samiena Nabibaks, HR Officer • +31 70 304 3729 • s.nabibaks@nwp.nl

Organisation

The Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) is the foremost network organisation for the Dutch water sector. The Netherlands has a rock-solid reputation in water management, and we believe this expertise can make a global difference. We help the Dutch water sector share its knowledge, connect with key partners, and engage in opportunities related to exports, international cooperation, and promotion.

NWP has around 180 members, including profit and non-profit organisations, covering areas from water technology to infrastructure, as well as NGOs and government bodies. We bring our members together to create a positive global impact. Through projects, programmes, events, and activities, we create visibility for the Dutch water sector, helping our members expand market opportunities on the international stage. Our ambition is to double the international reach of the Dutch water sector while working on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Your role

We are looking for a highly motivated, results-driven, and proactive team player based in the Netherlands. As an intern, you'll assist our project teams with the following.

• Hosting delegations to showcase Dutch water management.
• Organising webinars and hybrid stakeholder meetings.
• Researching and identifying collaboration opportunities.
• Conducting research studies to identify collaboration opportunities for Dutch water organisations.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in higher education (University of Applied Sciences, or University).
• Strong English writing and communication skills.
• Organisational skills and familiarity with tools like Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet.
• Affinity with creating communication materials (e.g. PowerPoint).
• Proactive, professional, and detail-oriented approach.
• Good organisational, and time management skills.
• Ability to conduct data collection tasks such as desk research, phone interviews, or online professional meetings with the public and private sector.

Preferred qualifications

• Spanish, Ukrainian, Arabic, or Portuguese language skills.
• Interest in water management, sustainability, and international relations.
• Entrepreneurial spirit.

What we offer

• A 4+ month internship, 4-5 days a week.
• Internship allowance, as appropriate.
• Hybrid working opportunities (at least 50% of the working hours in the office).
• A chance to expand your professional network both in the Netherlands and internationally.
• A meaningful internship with real-world impact.
• Mentorship to develop your personal, professional, and technical skills.
• A collaborative, supportive team in a vibrant working environment.
• Above all, a challenging and innovative learning environment, where initiative is appreciated!

Application

Send your CV and motivation letter to Samiena Nabibaks: recruitment@nwp.nl. For any questions regarding this vacancy, please call +31 70 304 3729.

Take this opportunity to grow your skills and make a difference in the global water sector!

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