View Vacancy - Interns - Project Manager, BIST (NLD26-019314)

View Vacancy - Interns - Project Manager, BIST (NLD26-019314)

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Job Category

DBIST (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade)

Job Subcategory

DBIST (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade)

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Interested in international business, trade, investment and diplomacy?

Who We Are:

The British Embassy in The Hague is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. It is also part of the UK's Netherlands Network. We are now looking to recruit for two exciting internship opportunities within the Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST) . This is a unique chance to gain hands-on experience at the heart of the UK-Netherlands business relationship while working in one of the UK's largest diplomatic networks overseas.

Whether your interests lie in international trade or foreign direct investment, you'll work alongside experienced advisers, support high-profile projects and events, and gain valuable insight into how government helps businesses succeed on the global stage.

Main purpose of job:

Our BIST team supports:

• UK companies looking to export and grow internationally;
• Dutch businesses seeking to invest and expand in the UK;
• Bilateral trade and investment initiatives that strengthen economic ties between the UK and the Netherlands.

As an intern, you'll be part of a dynamic, high-performing team and contribute to projects that have a real impact on businesses and economic growth.

Roles and responsibilities:

Trade Intern

Are you curious about international markets and business development? As a Trade Intern, you will help UK companies explore opportunities in the Netherlands while developing valuable research, stakeholder engagement and event management skills.

What You'll Do:

• Support our Senior Trade Advisors in responding to enquiries from UK companies across a range of sectors;
• Conduct market research and gather commercial intelligence;
• Assist with the preparation of market briefings, reports and presentations;
• Support the planning and delivery of trade events, trade missions and exhibitions;
• Help organise Embassy events and external business engagement activities.

You'll Gain:

• Exposure to international trade promotion and government support services;
• Experience producing business intelligence and market analysis;
• Event planning and project coordination skills;
• An understanding of UK-Netherlands commercial relations.

Investment Intern

Are you interested in investment, business strategy and stakeholder engagement? As an Investment Intern, you will support activities aimed at attracting Dutch investment into the UK and strengthening commercial partnerships between both countries.

What You'll Do:

• Support the planning and delivery of investment-focused events;
• Research and identify key stakeholders and business contacts in the Dutch market;
• Coordinate event logistics and stakeholder engagement activities;
• Assist with account management responsibilities and client engagement;
• Maintain databases and information resources used by the Investment Team.

You'll Gain:

• First-hand experience of investment promotion and international business development;
• Insight into how governments attract and support foreign investment;
• Stakeholder management and relationship-building experience;
• Practical skills in project delivery, events and business engagement.

Be part of the team helping to strengthen the UK's economic partnership with the Netherlands.

Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting international career.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Our Ideal Candidate shows:

• Full professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken (minimum CEFR* C1 level);
• Current enrolment in a Dutch higher education institution (HBO or University), with studies continuing until at least May 2027;
• Strong organisational and event management skills, with the ability to coordinate activities and manage competing priorities;
• An academic background in International Relations, International Law, Economics, Social Sciences or a related discipline;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence using Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel;
• A collaborative and supportive approach to teamwork, with the ability to build positive working relationships;
• Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to contribute across different areas of the team when required;
• A proactive, enthusiastic and curious mindset, with a genuine interest in international business and diplomacy;
• The ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including colleagues across the Embassy network and external partners;
• An interest in cross-team and cross-Embassy collaboration, contributing to shared objectives and joint initiatives.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Nice to have:

• A good understanding of the UK and/or Dutch business environment, including key market drivers, commercial trends and opportunities for international business collaboration;
• knowledge of Dutch would be an advantage and would support engagement with local stakeholders and business networks;
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills, with the confidence to represent the team at events and engage with a range of audiences.

Required behaviours

Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline

28 October 2026

Grade

Internship

Type of Position

Part-Time, Fixed Term

Working hours per week

20

Duration of Post

6 months

Region

Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Country/Territory

Netherlands

Location (City)

The Hague

Type of Post

British Embassy

Number of vacancies

2

Salary Currency

EUR

Salary

€ 400 flat compensation

Type of Salary

monthly

Start Date

4 January 2027

Other benefits and conditions of employment

The successful candidate will be offered a 6 months fixed-term internship contract and will receive a flat compensation amount of €400 per month based on working 20 hours per week. The duration of the internship allows for some flexibility to take into account specific demands which may be set by Dutch higher education institutions.

We offer a benefits package including:

• Annual leave
• UK and Dutch public and privilege holidays
• Access to the FCDO learning & development (L&D) platform. The Embassy encourages a culture of continuous learning. All employees have access to the Civil Service-Learning platform which gives access to training to improve job specific skills.
• L&D leave entitlement

Internship conditions: The internship is subject to successful professional background and security clearance checks. The British Embassy promotes and demonstrates the core values of Professionalism, Inclusivity, Honesty and Respect in all that we do. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all members of the team are expected to treat each other with respect. We value great teamwork, and we ask that everyone contributes to create a positive atmosphere at work.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in The Netherlands and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the internship contract.

Learning and development opportunities: The Embassy encourages a culture of continuous learning. All employees have access to the Civil Service-Learning platform which gives access to training to improve job specific skills. Employees are entitled to a minimum number of annual training days. We also encourage all of our colleagues to learn from each other and on-the-job training and guidance will be given along with continuous support from across the team.

Equal employment: We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with protected characteristics. The British Embassy wants to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us, regardless of their background.

Additional information

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check, security clearance and 1 month probationary period.

Start date is an indicative target start date.

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field "Application deadline".

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

*Please note for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment levels please click on the following link . Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.

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