Assignment type: Internship
Start date: September 2026
Assignment duration: 5 - 6 months
Location: Veghel
Education level: Bachelor / Master
Desired study: IT, Software Engineering, Computer Science, AI or related
Language: Dutch / English
Engineers at Vanderlande use CAD tools every day. This is often a complex task and getting help with designing can be quite challenging. When questions arise (about commands, workflows, or unexpected behavior) support is often outside the tool itself. In this internship you will explore the exciting intersection of AI technology and CAD-tooling. You will investigate how AI can be an in-tool assistant, helping users exactly when and where they need it.
Throughout the internship, you will investigate suitable AI models, experiment with interaction methods, and collaborate with stakeholders to understand real user needs. The assignment culminates in building a functional proof-of-concept that demonstrates how AI can enhance user experience and productivity for engineering professionals. This project is ideal for someone eager to combine technical skills with creativity and user- centric thinking.
Department DescriptionThe Applications Engineering department at Vanderlande develops tools that support the design and realization of conveyor systems. Within ICT, Team A focuses on various engineering tools, while Team B is dedicated to the Engineering Suite of Tools (ESoT), a set of applications and servers that support the full engineering process from sales to supply. As an intern in Team B, you will work in an agile environment, contributing to the development and improvement of these tools while collaborating closely with experienced team members.
Tasks & Responsibilities- Research AI technologies, conversational models, and relevant AutoCAD APIs
- Identify best practices for integrating AI assistants into technical and CAD environments
- Define user scenarios, requirements, and interaction flows with stakeholders
- Design the AI agent’s behavior within the AutoCAD plugin
- Develop and integrate a prototype AI assistant using selected models
- Test, validate, document results, and present outcomes with recommendations
- Enjoy programming in .NET / C#
- Interest in AI concepts such as conversational agents and machine learning
- Knowledge about AutoCAD, CAD tooling, or plugin development is a pre
- Experience experimenting with AI models, including LLM-based assistants
- Curious mindset with a passion for problem-solving and identifying patterns
- Strong communication skills, proactive attitude, and enjoys collaborating in a development team
- *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands.
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].
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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.
