Tech Internship at Basic-Fit – Join Europe’s Smartest Gym!
You probably know Basic-Fit as the gym around the corner. But did you know we also have a fast-growing tech hub? At Basic-Fit Tech in Tilburg, our Software Development teams are building the digital backbone. Our clubs run 24/7 thanks to the software and hardware we build in-house, and our members manage everything from freezing their membership to tracking their workouts through our app. That means what you build truly matters — at scale, across 10 countries, every single day for over 6 million members.
We’re looking for enthusiastic tech students who want to work on real digital products — like our app, website, in-club kiosks or internal tools. You can also dive into process optimization, AI projects, or data-driven innovations.
Work on real projects
At Basic-Fit Tech, we believe in innovation, improvement and a hands-on approach. That is why an internship with us will take you into real projects where your assignment consists of analysing, developing and delivering software that is actually used.
At the end of your internship, you will have developed a lot of skills that will serve you well, such as:
- analysing & thinking along in search of possible solutions;
- effective development, taking into account specific internal guidelines ;
- working with project tools such as Jira;
- using TypeScript, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, React (Native), Node.js.
Over 20 IT colleagues will help you further
To give you the support you need, we have many colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge. During your internship, you will collaborate with one of our development teams. These Developers focus mainly on the technologies TypeScript, React and Node. In order to launch a successful software product, not only the Developers are needed, but also people who analyse, design and supervise the entire process. This is your chance to work alongside them on one of our many fantastic projects. You will join a young but experienced team where people with energy, creativity and passion work together to pursue ambitious goals.
We are looking for:
A technical student who enjoys working independently and proactively. You have the right skills and good communication skills. With your enthusiasm, incisiveness and commitment, you know how to get things done.
Furthermore, we ask:
- You are in the 3rd or 4th year of a degree programme in ICT; ICT & Software Engineering, ICT & Artificial intelligence, ICT & Business or ICT & Technology.
- You are analytically strong, entrepreneurial and know how to retrieve information from stakeholders.
- Affinity with sports and/or fitness is a plus!
- Not unimportant: a sense of humour. After all, it is necessary to laugh while working!
What else can you expect from us?
- An informal, international and friendly working atmosphere;
- Ample scope for your own initiatives;
- An appropriate internship allowance;
- A monthly drink on Friday with your colleagues;
- Within walking distance of Tilburg railway station (in the Spoorzone!).
We invite you to grow with us, make an impact and share our mission. Welcome to the Orange Family!
Ready to join the Orange Family? Apply for this position!
We’d love to get to know you. To apply, please send us the following:
- CV and motivation letter. Tell us which field of study you’re currently following, what IT experience you already have, and your preferred internship direction.
- Your GitHub or online portfolio (if you have one).
- Type of placement. Are you looking for a 3rd-year internship or a graduation placement?
What happens next:
Based on the applications we receive, we’ll make a first selection. If you’re selected, we’ll invite you to an introduction afternoon at our office in Tilburg. During this group-introduction, we’ll get to know you better and tell you more about Basic-Fit and the assignments we can offer. Within two weeks after the introduction day, we’ll let you know whether we see a match.
Once both sides agree it’s a match, we’ll shape your assignment and you’ll meet your internship supervisor.
Skills Required
- Currently in the third or fourth year of a degree program in ICT, ICT and Software Engineering, ICT and Artificial Intelligence, ICT and Business, or ICT and Technology.
- Technical skills and interest in software development or related IT work.
- Strong analytical abilities.
- Able to work independently and proactively.
- Good communication skills and ability to retrieve information from stakeholders.
- Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, incisive, and committed attitude.
- Affinity with sports and/or fitness.
- CV and motivation letter.
- GitHub profile or online portfolio, if available.
- Specify whether seeking a third-year internship or graduation placement.
What We Do
Founded in 2013, Basic-Fit is proud to have more than 3,75 million members in more than 1,400 clubs across the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Spain, and Germany. Thanks to our fast growth we can call ourselves Europe’s value-for-money fitness leader. Our mission is to make fitness accessible. We believe that everyone who wants to get fit should be able to have access to fitness. With around 8,000 employees, we operate a simple membership model that provides a fitness experience that is both affordable and accessible. Our values are already represented in our name - B(Be), A(Accessible), S(Smart), I(Inclusive), and C(Committed). Our European HQ is located in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, right outside of Amsterdam. We’re always looking for enthusiastic employees in both our clubs and HQs who share our passion for fitness and want to contribute to our fast-growing international company. Besides transparency, innovation is one of our top priorities. Are you proactive, have an open-minded personality, and are down to earth? Then you'll fit right in with us. GO FOR IT!
