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Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

Our organisation has grown in both scale and complexity over the last few years, which creates more opportunities for people to join us. Currently we would like to bring on board a dynamic and positive-minded student to support and learn from our HR Service team during a 4- to 6-month internship.

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How you will make a difference

You will help us to ‘change finance and finance change’, by supporting our HR Service team.

As a part of your daily routine:

• You will gain experience in being the first point of contact for all our co-workers in the Dutch entities.
• You will learn to provide support with candid, clear and effective answers to their questions, working closely with HR colleagues and learning to act as a key connector across teams.

Next to supporting co-workers and managers in close collaboration with your HR colleagues:

• You will serve as an ambassador for the department by answering first-line questions from co-workers and managers in the field of HR.
• You will gain experience in personnel administration (including on-and offboarding, checking employment contracts and employment condition letters, processing co-worker changes and safeguarding both the employment law processes and our own HR processes).
• You will support the execution of various HR processes and policies, learn to consider their impact on our co-workers, and be encouraged to proactively contribute ideas for improvement.

What you will bring

Your unique potential and your values matter for us most. We look for people who are self-aware and who think in a holistic way, always conscious about their impact on society, environment, and the economy.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• be a motivated student (MBO, HBO or WO) who is interested in further development within HR.
• be open to people
• be accurate and pay attention to details
• have good command of Dutch and English both written and verbal

During your internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Learn to act with integrity and honesty by becoming familiar with our policies and processes, handling personal information with care, and understanding the importance of equal treatment for all.
• Develop your communication skills by connecting with co-workers and partners, being open and approachable, and contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Furthermore, we’re looking for someone who is eager to learn and grow. Ideally, you will bring:

• an interest in developing a keen eye for detail and a proactive attitude, aiming to deliver careful and thoughtful work,
• a willingness to work collaboratively and learn how to keep an overview in dynamic environments,
• an open mindset for working in teams, with a focus on building communication and collaboration skills,
• a basic familiarity with (or motivation to learn) tools and processes that support structured and organized teamwork.

Your future colleagues

You will be mentored by one of the three HR Officers, and you will be reporting directly to the Head of HR Service Delivery. You will cooperate closely with Payroll Officers, HR Systems Specialists, Comp & Ben Experts, the HR Business Advisory Team, the Talent Acquisition Team, ICT Service Desk Agents and Authorisation Management.

The HR Service Delivery team currently consists of HR Officers, Payroll Officers, HR Systems Specialists, HR Product Owner Processes, Comp & Ben Experts, an Absence & Employability Coordinator and HR Data & Information Specialists. We are part of an international Triodos HR Community across five countries.

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What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment

Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues.

And of course, great internship conditions:

• a dynamic learning environment
• a challenging internship with many possibilities for professional development
• a permanent mentor to help and coach you
• a mobility card for commuting to the office
• a flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• an Internship fee up to EUR 500,- (based on 40 hours)
• a fun outings organised by Young Triodos

Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

The closing date for applications is: 01.07.2025

If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please email: careers@triodos.com

We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply!

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Who we are

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.

Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.

Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.

We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.

We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.

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