Internship '27: Supply Chain and Operations

Location: Rotterdam - Hofplein 19

Please note: Due to the regulations regarding working rights, we are only considering applicants enrolled in a Dutch University.

Grow with confidence. Create with impact

At Unilever, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the people, products, technologies and operations behind some of the world's most recognised consumer brands such as Dove, Vaseline, and Rexona, just to name a few! Working in a global business that reaches 3.4 billion people every day, you'll help tackle real challenges across technology, innovation, sustainability and beyond - while gaining first-hand insight into how ideas become products at scale.

Along the way, you'll take ownership of meaningful work and build practical skills through hands-on experience in a fast-paced, international environment. You’ll be part of an amazing team of peers and leaders who will inspire you, motivate you and support you in becoming brilliant at what you do.

Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, explore future career paths, or expand your professional network, this internship is designed to help you grow with confidence. You'll leave with valuable experience, stronger business acumen, and a clearer understanding of how your talents can make a difference.

By the end of this internship, you'll have

Contributed to tackling real business challenges

Built practical skills through hands-on experience and collaboration

Gained exposure to different functions, teams and ways of working

Expanded your professional network across Unilever

Developed a broader understanding of innovation and business at scale

Added valuable experience with a globally recognized employer

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Supply Chain Intern at Unilever, you will support projects that help ensure products are available to consumers at the right place and the right time. Working within Planning & Operations teams, you will contribute to improving forecasting, inventory management, customer service and operational performance across a complex international supply chain.

Depending on the team and business priorities, your responsibilities may include:

Analyzing supply chain, planning and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and performance improvement areas.

Supporting forecasting, inventory management and supply planning activities to help ensure product availability while balancing cost and service objectives.

Contributing to projects focused on improving planning accuracy, inventory health, customer service levels and overall supply chain efficiency.

Developing reports, dashboards and business insights using tools such as Excel, Power BI and planning systems to support data-driven decision-making.

Monitoring key performance indicators and helping translate data into actionable recommendations.

Supporting cross-functional initiatives by collaborating with teams across Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, Customer Operations, Logistics, Finance and other business functions.

Assisting with process improvement and transformation projects aimed at simplifying ways of working and driving operational excellence.

Conducting analyses to identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve sustainability performance and optimize supply chain processes.

Helping evaluate and implement best practices that support improved forecasting, inventory management and service performance across markets.

What You'll Learn

During this internship, you will have the opportunity to

Develop a strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations within a global FMCG business.

Gain hands-on experience in planning, forecasting, inventory management and operational performance management.

Strengthen analytical and problem-solving skills by working with real business data and supply chain challenges.

Learn how planning decisions impact customer service, operational efficiency, sustainability and business performance.

Build experience with digital tools and analytics platforms used to support supply chain decision-making.

Develop stakeholder management and communication skills through collaboration with multiple business functions and international teams.

Take ownership of meaningful projects that contribute directly to business performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

challenges in a dynamic international environment.

What we're looking for

Available for 5-6 months starting February-March 2027 (minimum 32-40 hours per week)

Currently enrolled in a (HBO) Dutch university, Bachelor's program (3rd or 4th year) or a Master's program

Eager to learn, challenge yourself, and take ownership of impactful projects

Available to work on site 2-3 days a week at our Rotterdam Office

What's in it for you?

€625 gross internship allowance per month

Travel reimbursement if you do not have a student travel card

Public Holidays + additional days off

Access to (mental) health and wellbeing resources

On-the-job coaching, regular feedback and support from experienced colleagues

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Share your CV and motivation letter with us, and we'll guide you through the process every step of the way. From an introduction call to meeting the team, we'll help you discover whether Unilever is the right fit for your next learning experience. Kindly note that due to the high volume of applications, the recruitment process is spread out over many months.

Join us!