Are you interested to work in a team who directly engage with our suppliers to help them implement better agricultural practices? Does a global internship which seeks to transform our food systems by tackling an extensive and diverse range of sustainability issues excite you? Then apply now and become our next Regenerative Agriculture Projects Intern based in Hoofddorp, NL, starting August/September 2023!
Food systems need to be transformed to be fit for the future. People are increasingly conscious of the environmental and social impacts of their food choices. In parallel, new scientific studies are defining "sustainable diets" that can provide healthy and nutritious food to the growing world population while respecting environmental limits. Regenerative agriculture has a lead role to play in delivering this ambition, by protecting soil, water and biodiversity; respecting animal welfare; and empowering farmers.
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In this role, you will be part of the Global regenerative agriculture Team, who is responsible for global Regenerative Agriculture initiatives to transform our sourcing models towards regenerative agriculture and enable continuous improvement on farm performance and sustainability. Through supporting this team you will be exposed to a wide and diverse range of agricultural sustainability topics within agronomy including animal and people welfare and the environment. Your main mission is to support the implementation of some of the Regenerative Agriculture initiatives under the supervision of the Regenerative Agriculture program Director and the Sustainability Project Manager.
So, what will be your key responsibilities?
Maintain database of Danone Reg Ag projects across ingredients through project owners' consultation and countries profiles (regional and local teams in Noram, Latam, EU and Africa)
Support the deployment of Danone Regenerative agriculture roadmaps by collecting, analysing and reporting results of assessments and on-farm projects (including CO2 footprint, Animal welfare score, feed autonomy, economics, etc.)
Support the team in organizing webinars and drafting communication materials to valorise these projects internally and externally (e.g. Regenerative agriculture knowledge center
We are looking for a student (ideally you are nearing the end of your studies) in a field which gives you relevant skills for the role (e.g. Agriculture, Agronomics, Environmental Sciences or related). You have a team player attitude while being confident working autonomously in a complex work environment and you are not afraid to communicate with multiple stakeholders and facilitate information effectively. You are a fast learner, thriving in an environment where you can solve problems and be continuously challenged. You are proficient in Excel and Powerpoint. Furthermore, you have strong communication, synthesis and analytical skills with both attention to details and capacity to have a helicopter view
- You must be enrolled as Master/Bachelor student for the whole duration of the internship (If you are not an EU-Citizen, you must be enrolled at a Dutch university)
- You are fluent in English – written and verbal.
- You are willing to commute to the office in Hoofddorp, NL (Note: If you are abroad you are required to relocate to the Netherlands and get a BSN)
- You are available to start August/September 2023 for a minimum of 6 months; 3-5 days a week (2 days in the office)
About us
Working here you’ll need to enjoy a fast-pace, complexity and it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities. You’ll work with some of the best-known brands in the world, such as Evian, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon and we absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself. Be innovative and entrepreneurial and the impact you could make might just amaze you. Join our movement for a healthier world. One Planet One Health BY YOU.
We are proud to be an equal employer.
You will be part of the Global regenerative agriculture team with 6 colleagues and will be supervised by Sarah Lockwood, Global Regenerative Agriculture Manager. This small, global team offers a mix of experience to learn from in an environment where autonomy, flexibility and accountability are important values within the team’s culture.
We are convinced our differences make the difference and that an inclusive working environment will drive our growth as a business, as teams and as individuals. We will therefore consider all applicants for employment* fostering an inclusive working culture that is accessible for all.
Did you know that as a B-Corp certified company, Danone Benelux meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability?
We Offer
Proactivity, empowerment, and diversity are the basis of Danone culture. You will be part of an international environment where every day can be a fresh adventure, full of new possibilities and opportunities to learn
We offer a gross internship monthly allowance of 650 euros per month and a home working allowance/contribution towards travel. Please do keep in mind that we do not offer relocation and/or accommodation benefits for students coming from abroad.
- Please be aware that you must acquire a BSN number to receive the full internship allowance.
In the Netherlands we also offer a hybrid working environment which enables each team to meet our people's desire for flexibility. Across our 3 office hubs in Hoofddorp, Zoetermeer and Utrecht this helps us create better opportunities for connection & synergies across our entities, teams, functions and categories.
What’s next?
Hit the “apply now” button. As we screen candidates on a regular basis we recommend you apply as soon as possible. The recruitment process for internships is as follows: Stage One – submit your application with your CV and Cover Letter; Stage Two – we will get to know you better through answering some questions which you will submit through video (or a written) format; Stage Three – we will invite you to an interview with your team. Please note that sometimes there are slight changes to this process. You can expect feedback on your application within 2 weeks of each stage of the recruitment process (following your application, your video submission and your face-to-face interview).
To comply with GDPR regulations, we cannot process your personal data without given consent. Therefore, we strongly recommend applying directly via our careers website.
Need more information? Please contact me Preita Hari, Campus Recruitment Intern via preita.hari@danone.com
- all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation ,age, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
