HR Internship: Executive Talent Management

Location: Veldhoven, Netherlands

Introduction

The HR Executive Talent Management team at ASML supports the growth and development of senior leaders across a global organization of more than 44,000 employees from over 140 nationalities. In this internship, you will contribute to programs and processes that help leaders maximize their impact and prepare for future challenges. You will work in an international environment where people development, innovation, and collaboration are closely connected. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in talent management, organizational development, and change initiatives within a leading high-tech company.

Your assignment

As an intern within the Executive Talent Management team, you will support the design, improvement, and implementation of talent management initiatives for senior leaders across ASML. You will work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to projects that strengthen leadership development, employee growth, and organizational effectiveness. Throughout the internship, you will gain valuable experience in project management, stakeholder communication, data analysis, and change management.

Your main responsibilities will be

Support the development and continuous improvement of talent management processes and programs

Analyze data and translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations

Prepare communication materials, presentations, and training content for various stakeholder groups

Contribute to change management activities that support the adoption of new initiatives

Assist in organizing workshops, meetings, and learning sessions

Support ongoing HR projects and operational activities within the Executive Talent Management portfolio

Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for process improvement and enhanced employee experience

This is a end of bachelor or master internship (non-thesis) for minimum 5 months, minimum 4-5 days per week (2 days on-site). The start date of this internship is as of February 2027.

Your profile

To be suitable for the internship, you

Are currently pursuing a university bachelor's or master's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Management, Organizational Studies, or a related field

Are in the final phase of your studies and available for a minimum of 5 months

Demonstrate strong analytical skills and can work with qualitative and quantitative information

Take initiative, work proactively, and are comfortable managing tasks independently

Communicate clearly and confidently in English, both verbally and in writing

Are collaborative, curious, and eager to contribute in a dynamic international environment

Working at ASML means joining a diverse and inclusive workplace where people from different backgrounds collaborate to solve complex challenges. You will be part of a team that values learning, ownership, and continuous improvement while contributing to the future of leadership and talent development.

Other requirements you need to meet

You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship, and you are at least 18 years old at the start of the internship;

If you are a non-EU citizen, studying in the Netherlands, your university is willing to sign the documents relevant for doing an internship (i.e., Nuffic agreement);

You attach your cover letter with a clear motivation on why you are interested in this internship assignment in particular;

You need to be located in the Netherlands to be perform your internship. In case you are currently living/studying outside of the Netherlands, your application shows the willingness to relocate.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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