Job Description:
At Hunkemöller, it's about more than working in retail—it's about your passion for retail and creating beautiful moments for our customers and colleagues. Together we create an inspiring working environment where everyone feels welcome, and successes are shared. Starting in September 2026, you can become a part of the Best Internship in Retail (BIIR) Program, alongside 50+ fellow interns! Are you interested? Then read on! YOUR TASKS What will you do? Drive Discovery: Support the AI Lab Manager with stakeholder interviews, use case discovery, and the prioritization of ideas during the foundation phase. Experiment Creation: Assist in executing experiment sprints and developing prototypes to quickly validate AI concepts. Technology Monitoring: Actively track the latest developments in generative AI and foundational models, bringing fresh, creative ideas to the team. Collaborate and Learn: Work flexibly alongside the AI Lab Manager, Data & AI consultants, and creative technologists within an iterative, scrum-based workflow About you: Passion for AI: A deep, demonstrable interest in artificial intelligence and a love for hands-on experimentation with new tools. Creative Technologist Mindset: You possess a flexible approach to problem-solving, think creatively, and are comfortable navigating ambiguity in an experimental setup. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills necessary for participating in stakeholder interviews and translating business problems into technical experiments. Academic Focus: Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program (e.g., Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, or Business Analytics). English Proficiency: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. What You'll Gain: Practical experience working with cutting-edge data management and visualization tools (BigQuery, Looker, SAP Analytics Cloud). Exposure to the inner workings of a data-driven retail organization undergoing a major data transformation. Mentorship from experienced data professionals at Hunkemöller. The opportunity to contribute directly to impactful data initiatives that drive business value. What do we offer you? The Best Internship in Retail (BIIR): Be a part of an exceptional internship program with 50 other fellow interns, filled with diverse learning opportunities such as Personal Branding and Business Innovation & Presenting trainings, the CEO & CFO Q&A, a Dragons’ Den, and so much more! An Assigned Buddy: Personal coaching from your buddy to discover your potential, guide your growth and build your network, within an empowering, playful and inclusive work environment. Work From Home (WFH) Policy: For 40-hour internships, you are allowed to work from home up to 3 days per week, depending on the nature of your role. During onboarding, WFH days may vary to better support your learning and training. Internship Allowance: 450€ per month (gross) with 8+ holiday days (based on 40h/week). Travel Allowance: Max. 11,50€ per day (based on your travel distance), if you are not eligible for the free Student OV Chipcard. Additional Benefits: Access to 25% staff discount and a company laptop. Also, company gatherings like Townhalls and drinks. Eligibility Criteria For this internship, you need to be available for 5 months starting in September 2026. Please note that your application will only be considered if you are enrolled at a school or university for the full duration of the internship. Additionally, to comply with Dutch law, one of the following must apply: You are an EU citizen, You are on a Family/Partner visa, or You are a non-EU student studying in the Netherlands, and you meet at least one of the following requirements: (1) The internship is a mandatory part of your curriculum, OR (2) your university is willing to sign a third-party agreement (Nuffic Agreement). * Please be aware that not all our potential entry-level positions will meet the minimum salary required by the IND for sponsorship by Hunkemöller. Please refer to this website for more information: Required amounts income requirements | IND After our team has reviewed your application, please be aware that you will be sent a link for a gamified personality assessment to your application email. Completing this assessment is essential to move forward with your candidacy, so please do not forget to check your email and spam folder in the meantime. Hunkemöller's "Best Internship in Retail" is not just a chance to add a few lines to your CV or to complete a study module from school or university. It's an opportunity to kick-start your future career, as you will be joining the leading lingerie brand in Europe. As a company that cares about employee development, we're committed to our people and creating true brand ambassadors. Through our 'Together Tomorrow' initiative, we're focused on sustainability, diversity, and ethical practices. Whether in stores or at our HQ, you can be part of driving change and helping us achieve our ambitious goals! "Creating moments that matter, together". Ready to be part of our team? We look forward to your application! Benefits are subject to the country where you are applying. Please visit the respective country website of the vacancy you are applying for, to learn more about our benefits.
