Internship Timber Platforms opportunities at Vanderlande

Veghel, North Brabant, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structural Engineering, Timber Structures, Creative, Solution-Oriented, Curious Mind, Enterprising Attitude, Structural Analysis Software, Scia Engineer, AutoCAD

Industry

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Job Title Internship Timber Platforms opportunities Job Description Assignment type: Internship Start date: September 2026 Assignment duration: 6 months Location: Veghel Education level: Bachelor / Master Desired study: Built Environment, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related Language: Dutch / English Description of Assignment Driven by sustainability, Vanderlande and its customers are looking for alternative materials for their structural components, which are currently made from steel. Timber is seen as a highly likely alternative. Therefore, there is a need to investigate this topic and acquire more practical knowledge. This will make it an actual alternative, not just a possibility. The assignment consists of several topics: Investigate the use of timber Design typical timber structures and establish design rules Research the impact on the entire process, including engineering, costs and time Provide input on next steps Department Description The Steel Competence Team is part of the Engineering Department within the Domain Distribution. This team supports projects in the parcel and distribution market with key accounts such as Amazon, DHL and UPS during sales and execution. Typical activities for this team include designing platforms and other structures, coordinating with suppliers, providing advice on construction-related matters, and determining budgets for steelwork together with cost engineers. All of this is carried out in close collaboration with the sales department and engineers from other disciplines within a project team. Tasks/Responsibilities Create designs for timber structures as an alternative to steel structures (3D models) Perform structural analysis for timber structures Set design principles and technical requirements for the procurement of timber structures Document different solutions and trade-offs Propose the next steps Your Profile Knowledge of structural engineering in steel and timber You are Creative and solution-oriented You have a curious mind and enterprising attitude You are able to work with structural analysis software (preferably Scia Engineer) and AutoCAD *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands. Contact Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: internship@vanderlande.com. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement? At Vanderlande, we seek passionate and ambitious people capable of making a positive impact on our key customer projects while developing a successful and prosperous career in a challenging and rewarding international environment. We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services. If you aspire to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our dedicated people, building strong relationships and rising to the challenge of industry-leading projects. You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfill your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools, and support so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries. To achieve our collective goals, you will seize the initiative and have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins… So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, please get in touch with us.

Responsibilities

The intern will investigate the use of timber as an alternative to steel for structural components, design typical timber structures, and research the impact on engineering, costs, and time. They will also document solutions and propose next steps.