Business Development Intern

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Job Description

Life Science Business Development Intern

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the insights they seek - so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at

Have you considered using your scientific background in a different way? Looking for a new challenge where you can apply your scientific skills in a dynamic commercial environment? Then this internship is for you! This 9-month placement is an opportunity for you to apply and build on your technical knowledge in a commercial role . Join Agilent Technologies' Netherlands instrument sales team to gain sales and marketing experience within a fast-paced and exciting environment. You will develop real world business development experience in a market-leading company.

During this internship based from our Middelburg office, with remote working and potential wet-lab activities as part of the hybrid setup, you will spend time working closely with and supporting the field sales and marketing teams in day-to-day matters related to Agilent's Cell Analysis and Molecular Biology Research products. Communicating with these teams and our customers will allow you to learn quickly and work effectively within a commercial setting.

As our Business Development Intern, your work will consist of:

• Developing business with both new and existing clients (no cold calling)

• Analysing market data to support business generation

• Responding to inbound customer enquiries via email and webchat

• Supporting Netherlands sales managers with order forecasting, tracking and reporting

• Generating customer proposals, tender responses and quotations to support the sales team.

• Assisting with the organization of local and international events, e-seminars and other marketing campaigns.

• Working on the creation of marketing material and newsletters

• Building your personal network by liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.

You will be a full-time employee and valued member of the team, working on strategic projects and contributing to day-to-day operations to be part of Agilent's success. During your internship, you will interact with peers and team members regularly within the Netherlands and European Sales teams. Overall, we offer an attractive compensation package and professional conditions for you to transform and implement your ideas with the opportunities an international company provides.

Qualifications

The placement is expected to start on 1 September 2026 and will last for 9 months. It is a full-time hybrid role, combining work from our Middelburg office, remote working, and potentially some wet-lab work. Qualifications We are seeking a motivated individual with the following background:

• Currently completing at least a second year of a Life Science degree. Suitable degrees include (but are not limited to) Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical sciences.

• Motivated and strong desire to develop your commercial knowledge whilst gaining experience in a technical role

• Digital literacy, good knowledge of Microsoft Office - especially Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook

• Full fluency in English

You should be autonomous, organized and eager to learn. You also need strong analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication, allowing you to interact with different internal and external partners. Accuracy and attention to detail are fundamental to be successful in performing all functions of this role.

What we can offer:

It is our job to ensure you get all the training, support and opportunities you need and would like over the 9 months to become the best in your field! Based from our Middelburg office, with flexibility for remote working and potential wet-lab activities, this hybrid internship offers opportunities to build commercial experience while staying connected to a scientific and customer-focused environment.

Additional Details This job has a full-time weekly schedule.

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely.

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required:
10% of the Time

Shift:
Day

Duration:
6-9 Months

Job Function:
General

Extra informatie

Status

Open

Opleidingsniveaus

HBO

Plaats

Middelburg

Dienstverbanden

Fulltime (ervaren)

Gepubliceerd op

08-08-2026