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Veldhoven, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
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Are you passionate about AI, data, and improving how organizations operate?
Do you want hands‑on experience in applying AI to real, high‑impact business challenges?
As a Business Engineering Intern – AI & Data‑Driven Operations, you will work in a high‑tech operational environment where data, performance, and decision‑making are critical. You will not only analyze problems, but also build practical AI and analytics solutions that are used by real teams.
You will join the Business Engineering team within Operational Excellence. The team supports operational organizations by:
Driving data‑driven decision‑making
Designing and improving performance management systems
Supporting resource planning and operational efficiency
The main challenge of the team is to translate complex operational problems into clear insights and actions, while dealing with large datasets, multiple stakeholders, and increasing complexity. AI and advanced analytics are key enablers to scale this work effectively.
During this internship, you will work on AI‑focused Business Engineering projects, such as:
Applying AI or machine learning to forecasting, scenario analysis, or prioritization problems.
Automating (parts of) recurring analyses or reports.
Developing smart decision‑support tools or dashboards enhanced by AI.
Experimenting with AI copilots or advanced analytics use cases for operations.
You will:
Define problem statements together with the team
Translate business questions into data and AI solutions
Build, test, and iterate on prototypes
Present insights and recommendations to stakeholders
Have exposure to both business and technical perspectives
Enjoy freedom to experiment with AI in a structured environment
Get coaching by experienced Business Engineers
This is a bachelor's or master's internship for a minimum of 5-6 months, 4-5 days per week (4 days on‑site). The start date of this internship is as of September 2026, with some flexibility.
To be suitable for the internship, you:
Are a Master’s or final‑year Bachelor student, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Data Science, Operations Management, Applied Mathematics, Engineering or a related field.
Have an interest in AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics.
Have a strong analytical mindset and have the ability to structure complex problems.
Have experience with data analysis tools (e.g. Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Excel).
Are curious, proactive, and comfortable working with ambiguity.
Can clearly communicate complex analyses and insights.
Are an optimistic team player who collaborates effectively with others.
Other requirements you need to meet:
You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship;
Attach your cover letter with a clear motivation why you are interested in this internship assignment in particular;
You need to be located in the Netherlands to perform your internship. In case you are currently living/studying outside of the Netherlands, your CV/motivation letter needs to include the willingness to relocate.
If you are a non-EU citizen, studying in the Netherlands, your university is willing to sign the documents relevant for doing an internship (i.e., Nuffic agreement).
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
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