Internship - Engineering & Maintenance

Adhesive Technologies Production Netherlands, Scheemda, Groningen Full Time Limited
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About this Position

We are looking for a proactive and motivated intern to join our Engineering and Maintenance team at our manufacturing facility. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in equipment maintenance, engineering projects, and process optimization. The internship focuses on supporting the reliability of plant operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and digital transformation in a fast-paced industrial environment.   

What you´ll do

Support Maintenance Leadership and Asset Reliability:

  • Assist in implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.
  • Use data from the Maintenance Management System to monitor equipment performance and suggest optimizations.
  • Support maintenance schedules for planned and unplanned repairs, collaborating with technicians to minimize downtime.

Digital Transformation in Engineering and Maintenance:

  • Contribute to the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, including IoT sensors, predictive analytics, and digital twins for maintenance and equipment monitoring.
  • Collaborate on integrating new digital tools and software into maintenance workflows, enhancing real-time decision-making.
  • Assist in the rollout and training of staff on digital platforms, ensuring smooth adoption and utilization.

Engineering and Technical Assistance:

  • Participate in plant modifications, upgrades, and new installations, incorporating digital solutions for enhanced system performance.
  • Assist in root cause analysis for equipment failures and recommend solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Work with the team on infrastructure improvement projects to support continuous production excellence.

Capital Investment and Project Management:

  • Collaborate on site capital investment projects, contributing to project planning, tracking, and reporting.
  • Assist in evaluating project feasibility, ensuring alignment with long-term operational and strategic goals.
  • Support compliance with project management standards, emphasizing safety and environmental considerations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with production, safety, quality, and other departments to align maintenance and engineering activities with operational needs.
  • Support the coordination of activities to ensure plant schedules and quality standards are met.
  • Assist in aligning local maintenance and engineering practices with global and regional strategies.

Continuous Improvement and Digital Transformation:

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies.
  • Assist in implementing Industry 4.0 technologies for predictive maintenance and process optimization.
  • Contribute to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability projects, focusing on innovative solutions for reducing waste and improving equipment performance.

Safety, Health, and Environmental Compliance:

  • Support compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations in all engineering and maintenance activities.
  • Assist in risk assessments and the implementation of safety management systems.
  • Promote a culture of safety by participating in safety audits and initiatives.

What makes you a good fit

  • Enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Available to start August-September 2026 for a duration of 5-6 months.
  • Familiarity with maintenance practices, CMMS systems, and root cause analysis is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and digitalization in manufacturing.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with an eagerness to learn.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Interest in engineering and maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
  • Aptitude for digital tools and data-driven decision-making.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • An exciting and educational full-time internship in an international FMCG business
  • An internship allowance of EUR 1000-1250 monthly
  • Fun and educational events organized for the international (BeNeLux) intern community, with opportunities to broaden your network
  • A 6-month & full-time internship
  • 10-12 days of paid leave and the possibility to work from home 40% of the time

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.

JOB ID: 26098344

Job Locations: Netherlands, Groningen, Scheemda

Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.benelux@henkel.com

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