Thesis internship Supply Chain & Operations

Internship details:

• Period 4 – 6 months
• Hours per week 32 – 40
• Location ITO office, Amsterdam
• Office presence required: 3 days per week
• Start date September (flexible)
• Application Please apply with CV, Cover letter and grade lists (high school, bachelor, master)

Are you fascinated by the impact that today’s global supply chains have on every consumer and company? During this Supply Chain internship, you will bring the digital possibilities to transform our clients’ operations into customer‑centric supply chains while writing your thesis!

Supply Chain & Operations is a crucial part of the Strategy & Consulting practice. The team plays a vital role in transforming the supply chains and operations of Fortune 500 companies in the Netherlands and around the world into future‑ready, resilient, autonomous, and circular networks. We work across all aspects of the supply chain — from planning and fulfillment to sourcing, procurement and manufacturing — helping clients solve complex business challenges through strategy development, process optimisation, sustainable logistics solutions, and digital capabilities, while creating positive impact for business, society and the planet.

As a Supply Chain Intern, you will experience working as a consultant within Accenture, learn about the projects we do and see the impact we’re making for our clients. Through interactions with colleagues you’ll learn about their personal experiences, immerse yourself in our company culture, and participate in exciting company events.

As a master’s thesis intern, you will embark on research projects focused on cutting‑edge technologies and topics currently top of mind for supply chain executives. You will receive guidance and coaching from experienced consultants while benefiting from our vast industry and client experience. Potential research topics include leveraging (generative) AI in Supply Chain Planning, future‑looking resiliency assessments, autonomous sourcing, near‑shoring impact on supply‑chain design, Generative AI on Supply Chain Management, or other technologies influencing sustainable supply chains.

A specific topic will be co‑created based on input by industry leaders and academic relevance, and suggestions based on your interests are highly welcome.

In today’s world, business leaders want to reinvent rapidly and confidently to increase resilience, mitigate risk and grow with sustainable value. That’s where Accenture Strategy & Consulting comes in. We bring together strategic visionaries, industry experts, practitioners from across every enterprise function, business intelligence professionals, change specialists, data and AI authorities and many other specialized skills to co‑create each client’s unique path to reinvention.

You will be a trusted partner to business leaders, working with a diverse team of experts to deliver successful tech‑enabled transformation and new kinds of value for your clients. Join our global network of people using the latest assets, platforms and partnerships to help bring ideas to life.

• Master's student enrolled at a Dutch university for the full length of the internship, preferably in the field of Supply Chain, Sourcing & Procurement, Transportation, Engineering or Logistics, or in Management / Business administration (with strong interest or courses in Supply Chain & Operations, Sourcing & Procurement).
• Proactive, driven person who wants to grow.
• Eager to get to know Accenture as an organization.
• Excellent communication skills (Dutch and English).
• High grades (average > 7.5) during high school, Bachelor and Master’s degree.

• Additional curricular activities such as a board year or internship.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma, Process mining, Business Process Management, Planning and fulfillment or Operations / Manufacturing excellence.
• Relevant experience from previous part‑time jobs or internships.

• Work with flexibility, in a culture based on trust.
• Embrace a sustainable growth mindset.
• Live a human‑led culture of Inclusion & Diversity.
• Lead and transform our clients with technology.
• Connect with our global…