Your growth starts where curiosity, initiative, and impact come together. As an intern at Enza Zaden, you won’t be on the sidelines—you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, contribute ideas, and work on projects that truly matter. Whether you're looking for a hands-on internship or a graduation project, you'll develop your skills within an international company that is helping shape the vegetables of tomorrow every day.

Make a difference as an Intern

As an intern at Enza Zaden, you will contribute to projects and challenges that directly support the development of the vegetables of tomorrow. Depending on your field of study, you will work alongside a team of specialists, collaborate with colleagues across different disciplines, and have the freedom to take ownership of your own assignments. You’ll combine learning with practical experience—from conducting research and analyzing data to improving processes and supporting projects. In doing so, you’ll not only make a meaningful contribution to your team but also gain the knowledge and experience needed for the next step in your career.

In this role, you may be involved in:

• Supporting projects and day-to-day activities within your area of expertise;
• Conducting analyses, research, or practical assignments;
• Collecting, processing, and interpreting relevant data;
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and contributing new ideas;
• Collaborating with colleagues, subject matter experts, and fellow interns;
• Presenting findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

What you bring as a future intern

As an intern at Enza Zaden, you are curious, eager to learn, and comfortable taking initiative. You enjoy gaining new knowledge, asking questions, and actively contributing ideas for improvements and solutions. You work well with others while also taking responsibility for your own projects and professional development. With your fresh perspective and enthusiasm, you contribute to your team’s goals while making the most of your internship experience.

In addition, you:

• Are currently pursuing a vocational (MBO), bachelor’s, or master’s degree relevant to your internship field;
• Are available for a hands-on internship or graduation project;
• Have strong communication skills in Dutch and/or English;
• Demonstrate a proactive and independent mindset;
• Have a genuine interest in your field and a drive to keep learning and growing;
• Are able to complete your internship in the Netherlands (housing is not provided).

Enza Zaden as your employer

Enza Zaden is an international family-owned company that has been developing innovative vegetable varieties since 1938. With more than 3,300 colleagues worldwide, we work every day to develop vegetable seeds with better taste, higher yields, and stronger disease resistance. We do this with a clear mission: “Breeding to Feed the World.” Every day, more than 480 million people enjoy vegetables grown from our seeds—something we are incredibly proud of.

We are passionate about what we do and genuinely care about one another. Great ideas are given the space to grow, and together we continue to move forward. This is how we keep innovating, developing, and growing—both as a company and as individuals.

What you can expect from us

We believe it’s important that you can grow professionally while enjoying what you do. That’s why we invest in your development, well-being, and overall internship experience. Through our dedicated Internship Program, our focus on health and well-being, and activities that bring colleagues together, we create an environment where you can continue learning and make a meaningful contribution.

In addition, you can expect:

• A monthly internship allowance of €500 gross for a hands-on internship and €600 gross for a graduation internship, based on a 38-hour workweek;
• 24 vacation days per year based on a full-time internship (38 hours per week). For part-time internships or internships shorter than one year, vacation days are calculated on a pro-rata basis;
• Travel expense reimbursement in accordance with Enza Zaden policy if you are not eligible for a Dutch student public transportation pass;
• A laptop and, depending on your assignment, a smartphone;
• Participation in our Internship Program, including training sessions, workshops, and events to help you connect with fellow interns and learn more about the organization;
• A strong focus on your well-being, including free fresh fruit, healthy lunch options at the office, and mental health support through OpenUp.
• And of course, we organize fun annual events such as a summer barbecue, Christmas market, and New Year’s celebration.

Let’s connect

Looking for an internship that grows with you? Apply through the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within a few minutes. As this is an open internship posting, we will carefully review your profile and reach out when a suitable internship or graduation project becomes available that matches your education, interests, and availability. We also encourage you to regularly visit our careers website for current internship opportunities that may be a great fit for you.

Do you have questions about the internship or the application process? Feel free to contact:

Martine Rook-Wijnker
[email protected]

Tamara Woudstra
[email protected]

Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity, or personal characteristics.

Want to learn more about Enza Zaden? Visit our website.