IMPACT Trainee at Van Oord

As an IMPACT Trainee, you will: 

• Immerse yourself in the Van Oord business, gaining international perspectives and connecting with global networks. 
• Participate in mandatory project rotations, offering hands-on experience in different areas of the business, both locally and internationally. 
• Take ownership of your personal and professional growth by assuming increasing responsibility and adapting to the dynamic challenges of our industry. 
• Develop an agile, customer-oriented mindset that aligns with Van Oord’s collaborative culture. 
• Become a creator of resilience, contributing to sustainable, innovative solutions that shape the future of our world’s infrastructure and environments. 

Our workplace is diverse, inclusive, and driven by teamwork where personal growth and development are key. You’ll have the chance to learn from experienced professionals and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of the industry. 

ABOUT YOU 

We’re looking for passionate, driven, and curious individuals who are eager to grow in a high-performing, global organization. You’ll thrive in the program if you: 

• Have recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (within 18 months of the program start). We welcome candidates with diverse academic backgrounds and experiences. 
• Have a maximum of two years of professional working experience in total. 
• Are willing to travel to project locations and experience firsthand the variety of challenges our global business offers. 
• Are a proactive learner with the ability to take ownership of your development. 
• Communicate effectively in English (Dutch is not required). 

At Van Oord, We value your entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and analytical skills. If you're innovative, a critical thinker, and always stay focused on results, even in the face of challenges, you are exactly who we're looking for. 

What we offer

We offer you an 18-month Traineeship designed to accelerate your personal and professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience, build meaningful relationships with fellow trainees, and form a network that will support you throughout your career. Besides this, we also offer: 

• A competitive salary and benefits package; 
• Attractive travel reimbursement (€0.31 per km) and home-office reimbursement (€2.15 per day); 
• 32 vacation days (with a maximum of 7 collective days) to be taken outside the office periods; 
• A variable bonus, depending on the company’s results; 
• An attractive pension plan; 
• Option for a collective health insurance plan (Van Oord covers your additional package); 
• Flexible home-office arrangement: in agreement with your manager;  
• Unique development opportunities consisting of various workshops, presentations and training courses; 
• Communities to join, such as: Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women, Queer Community; 
• Various events and sports activities, including winter sports, sailing weekend, cycling, and motorcycling. 

Apply now and become a Creator of Resilience to make an IMPACT with Van Oord! 

Van Oord Impact Traineeship

Growth starts with you. Our IMPACT Traineeship unlocks your potential, helping you discover your strengths and preparing for an exciting future. As a trainee, you’ll grow personally and professionally, explore new opportunities, challenge yourself, and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in the world.

We are Van Oord, creators of resilience.
Join us in constructing a more resilient world with innovative and sustainable climate adaptation, maritime infrastructure and accelerating the energy transition.