Operational Excellence Internship - BASF | Nunhems - Haelen/Nunhem

At BASF | Nunhems, we create innovative seed varieties and smart solutions for tomorrow’s needs. With over 100 years of breeding experience, we combine genetics, data, and global partnerships to deliver vegetables people love — today and for generations to come. To further develop and grow this ambition we are looking for a Operational Excellence Internship - BASF | Nunhems - Haelen/Nunhem.

YOUR JOB

Are you interested in Operational Excellence, data analytics, Business Intelligence, or continuous improvement and looking for an internship where you can turn data and ideas into meaningful improvements?

As an Operational Excellence Intern, you will become part of our Global Operational Excellence team and contribute to improving operational performance across our organization. You will have the opportunity to work with real-world business challenges and explore how data, technology, and continuous improvement methods can help us make processes smarter, more efficient, and more transparent.

Rather than working on a predefined project, your specific internship or graduation topic will be determined at a later stage. Together, we will look for a topic that matches your study background and interests while addressing a relevant challenge or opportunity within our Operations organization.

Depending on your final assignment, your activities may include:

• Analyzing operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.


• Exploring how Business Intelligence tools can improve transparency and support data-driven decision-making.


• Developing or improving dashboards and reporting solutions, for example using Power BI or Tableau.


• Investigating opportunities to apply AI, machine learning, or predictive analytics within operational processes.


• Working with colleagues from different disciplines to understand business needs and translate them into practical insights or solutions.


• Applying continuous improvement principles to analyze processes and identify opportunities for optimization.


• Presenting your findings, recommendations, and potential solutions to relevant stakeholders.

Your assignment could relate to areas such as production, supply chain, quality, process improvement, data analytics, or digitalization. The exact scope will be defined together at the start of your internship.

YOUR TEAM

You will become part of the Global Operational Excellence team, a team focused on continuously improving the way our Operations organization works.

Operational Excellence brings together process improvement, data, technology, and collaboration. During your internship, you may therefore work with colleagues from different functions and disciplines across the organization. This gives you the opportunity to experience how improvements are identified, developed, and implemented within an international business environment.

You will have the space to explore your own ideas while receiving support and guidance from experienced colleagues. We value curiosity, collaboration, and a fresh perspective, so you will be encouraged to ask questions, challenge existing ways of working, and actively contribute your ideas.

YOUR PROFILE

What knowledge and experience help you succeed in this internship?

• You are currently studying at Bachelor’s or Master’s level in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Data Science, AI Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related study.


• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and enjoy working with data and business challenges.


• Experience with tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Python, or SQL is a plus.


• You are fluent in English, both spoken and written. Additional languages are an advantage.


• An interest in or familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence is beneficial.


• You are looking for an internship or graduation assignment in which you can independently investigate a relevant business topic.

How do you create impact beyond expertise?

• You are curious and enjoy understanding why processes work the way they do.


• You take initiative and feel comfortable exploring new ideas and technologies.


• You can work independently while actively seeking input and collaboration when needed.


• You are able to translate data and complex information into clear and practical insights.


• You enjoy collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines and backgrounds.


• You approach challenges with an improvement mindset and are not afraid to question existing ways of working.


• You take ownership of your assignment and communicate your findings clearly to different stakeholders.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

This internship gives you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a global organization while working on a topic that connects your academic knowledge with a real operational challenge.

You can expect:

• An internship compensation.


• The possibility to work remotely part-time after your onboarding period.


• Hands-on experience within an international and data-driven organization.


• The opportunity to work with real-world operational data and business challenges.


• A multidisciplinary working environment where you can learn from colleagues across different areas of expertise.


• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements within Operational Excellence.


• Freedom to shape your internship or graduation assignment around a topic that fits both your interests and a relevant business need.


• The opportunity to learn more about the international vegetable seed industry and its supply chain.

PERSONAL DATA (EU ONLY)

When processing your personal data during the applicant’s procedure, Nunhems Netherlands BV adheres to the applicable laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For more information about the processing of your data and your rights, please refer to our privacy notice for applicants on our website www.nunhems.com.