Intern Supply Chain

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Date: Jan 19, 2026

Location: Sassenheim, NL

Company: AkzoNobel

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com

Let`s pain the picture of the role:

Join AkzoNobel and help protect iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge with our sustainable and innovative
paints and coatings. Our diverse team of over 60 supply chain enthusiasts from 20+ countries develops a
global supply chain network that serves millions of customers. We value diversity and collaboration to create
an ambitious, open-minded, proactive, informal work environment. As a supply planner, you will work with
stakeholders to set a plan for global sites that satisfies demand while considering complex constraints. Join us
in Sassenheim and be a crucial part of Akzo Nobel's young and significant pillar that runs most of its supply
chain activities.

What can you expect from us?

As a student, you can learn about supply planning for a paints/coatings production site. This involves
developing efficient plans to meet customer demand and managing resources. You will also need to ensure the
availability of raw materials and packaging, manage relationships with suppliers, and plan for the distribution of
products. We are a department that has a diverse team of 60+ supply chain enthusiasts from around the world
who share a collaborative mindset.

What do you need to have to be successful in this internship?

Educational requirements:

Bachelor’s / Masters in business administration or Engineering with specialization in Supply chain management
Must be enrolled as a student for the full duration of the internship
Internship lasting 6 months
Fluent in English is a must, master of another European language is considered a plus

Excels at:

Problem-solving and analysis
Risk management
Stakeholders management

Demonstrates:

Passion for supplier management
Effective communication
High energy
Autonomy
Collaboration & team spirit
Proactivity

What do we offer in return?

Monthly full-time allowance, plus travel work-from-home expenses
Work experience in an international company
Various training opportunities to improve your hard and soft skills in the workspace
Successful interns will be considered for positions within AkzoNobel

More information and how to apply:

We welcome your online application via https://careers.akzonobel.com/. Please note only applications with a
CV & Cover Letter will be considered.

If you have questions about the role or interview process, please contact Maria Botha, Talent Acquisition,
maria.botha@akzonobel.com

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 50659

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