Assignment type: Graduation/ Internship
Start date: February 2027
Assignment duration: 6 months
Location: Veghel
Education level: Bachelor
Desired study: Business & IT Management, HBO ICT, Artificial Intelligence
Language: Dutch / English
Description of assignment
The objective of this internship is to assess the potential application of Microsoft Copilot (AI) within the Engineering department. You will focus on analyzing existing engineering processes and identifying activities that could benefit from AI-supported assistance or automation. A key part of the project involves evaluating Copilot's ability to analyze customer specifications and compare them with standard products and solutions.
During this assignment, you will assess the accuracy, efficiency, and practical usability of generated AI results. You will examine validation methods, quality considerations, and potential risks associated with using AI tools in engineering work. Ultimately, you will deliver a clear set of recommendations for the responsible and effective implementation of Copilot within the department.
Department description
The Engineering department is responsible for the successful execution of parcel sortation projects for key customers worldwide. The team delivers integrated mechanical, electrical, and software engineering solutions tailored to specific customer requirements. This work encompasses system design, detailed engineering, controls development, and integrating Vanderlande products with third-party subsystems.
By working closely with project teams, suppliers, and customers, the department ensures that complex automated parcel handling systems are delivered safely and efficiently. The team consistently strives to maintain high performance, quality, and operational standards across all delivered systems.
Tasks/responsibilities
- Identify and map promising Copilot use cases within Engineering processes.
- Evaluate Copilot capabilities for analyzing customer specifications against standard solutions.
- Assess output quality, practical risks, and validation procedures for AI tools.
- Formulate actionable recommendations for further Copilot implementation.
Your profile
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a critical mindset
- An interest in AI, digitalization, and engineering processes
- Ability to evaluate technical information and conduct data analysis
- Clear reporting and communication skills
- *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands
What we offer
- A monthly internship allowance (based on a 40-hour work week): Bachelor: €500 per month
- Full commuting allowance, including public transport, depending on whether you have access to free public transport or not
- On-site health center with gym
- Active employee communities and initiatives
- Excellent company restaurant and barista coffee bar
Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: [email protected].
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a Dutch education system
- Resident of the Netherlands
- Bachelor-level education
- Study background in Business and IT Management, HBO ICT, or Artificial Intelligence
- Dutch and English language skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Critical mindset
- Interest in AI, digitalization, and engineering processes
- Ability to evaluate technical information and conduct data analysis
- Clear reporting and communication skills
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanderlande and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanderlande.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
