Internship: Electronics Reliability Research

A sustainable, profitable, and enjoyable future for dairy farmers by combining robotization, engineering, and farming expertise. This is what we believe in.

This journey began over 75 years ago with the dream of two brothers in Maassluis. Since then, we have become an innovative global leader in automated systems for dairy farmers worldwide. With 2,300 specialized professionals, we continuously work on new agricultural revolutions. We still do this from our Campus in Maassluis, the building with the highest achievable sustainability standards in the Netherlands, while also operating around the world. Our goal is to ensure that dairy farming remains attractive for future generations.

Ready to explore how reliable smart technology really is in practice? During this internship, you will dive into the reliability of electronic submodules that power our innovative solutions in agriculture.

You will investigate how reliability is currently determined for electronic components sourced from different suppliers. By analyzing existing methods and data, you will identify opportunities to improve how we define and validate reliability. Your work will directly contribute to stronger, more durable Lely products used worldwide.

You will work hands-on with real data and real systems. The assignment will be tailored to the requirements of your university. Think of analyzing warranty and field failure data, comparing reliability models, and developing a test plan for a specific electronic component or system. Depending on the phase of the project, you may also support or execute reliability tests and evaluate the results.

Key responsibilities include:

• Analyzing warranty and field failure data to uncover reliability trends
• Comparing reliability models and prediction methods
• Investigating current reliability determination processes for electronic systems
• Developing a reliability test plan aligned with selected models
• Supporting the setup or execution of reliability tests for electronic components and submodules
• Documenting findings and translating them into clear recommendations for improving standards and procedures

You will join the Product Development department, where you collaborate with experienced engineers from different disciplines. This gives you the opportunity to learn quickly, contribute your ideas, and work on real engineering challenges that matter.

Practical information

• Internship type: Educational or graduation internship (both possible)
• Start date: September 2026
• Duration: 3 to 6 months
• Working hours: Minimum of 24 hours per week

You enjoy working with data and technical systems and are motivated to understand how things perform over time. You like to dig into details, while keeping the bigger picture in mind. At the moment, you are pursuing an HBO or WO degree in the field of Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics or Applied Mathematics.

Additionally, you bring the following:

• Strong analytical skills and an interest in data analysis
• A structured and accurate way of working
• Affinity with electronics or reliability engineering
• The ability to clearly document and communicate your findings
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn from others

At Lely, we offer you an educational and dynamic internship experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the Netherlands. You’ll become part of a driven team and have plenty of opportunities to further develop your talents.

• An international working environment
• An internship allowance of €650 per month based on a 40-hour work week
• A student apartment if your commute is too long
• Our modern Lely Campus gives you daily access to extensive sports facilities: an indoor gym, outdoor padel courts, a basketball and volleyball court, as well as table tennis and foosball. You can join Hyrox workouts or sign up for personal training – and challenge your colleagues during an active break.
• Enjoy fresh coffee and tea from our in-house barista, made with milk straight from our farm, and a healthy, affordable company restaurant.
• A free shuttle bus takes you to and from the metro station in Maassluis, ensuring your workday starts and ends smoothly.
• We’re also proud that our dedication and vision have been recognized with the Rotterdam Entrepreneur Award 2025!