WO Thesis Internship at ING Sector Research on Food & agri

Type: Internship

Degree level: WO Bachelor

Location: Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands

Duration: start 01/04/2026 (4 months)

The team

The ING Sector Research team is specifically geared towards providing economic research. Co-operation with other parts of ING Wholesale Bank and the Dutch Domestic Bank Netherlands is a key component in finding solutions for our client base. The Global Sector Research team in Amsterdam covers (inter)national sector analysis about specific themes for various sectors such as energy, retail, manufacturing, transport, sustainability and real estate. You can find more on what we do on the sector pages of www.think.ing.com

Roles and responsibilities

ING is developing thought leadership in the food & agri sector. To this end, we would like an intern to investigate the rise of China as a food and agri tech powerhouse and the implications for European businesses as part of their master's thesis.

Our new colleague needs to have a good understanding of the food & agri sector. They need to be able to conduct both independent and cooperative research. The intern will join the ING Global Sector Research team.

How to succeed

We hire smart people like you for your potential. Our biggest expectation is that you’ll stay curious. Keep learning. Take on responsibility. In return, we’ll back you to develop into an even more awesome version of yourself.

The work is fast-paced, demanding and intellectually stimulating.

We look for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in business economics
• Strong ability to work independently and as a team player
• Strong quantitative skills
• Strong knowledge of Excel is preferred
• Attention to detail
• Affinity with the food & agri sector
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines
• Diligence and attitude to continuously learn
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Dutch
• Adaptability and an ability to continually climb a steep learning curve
• Please note that it’s mandatory to be enrolled at a Dutch university (or EU-university for EU-passport holders) for the duration of your internship at ING.

Rewards and benefits

This is a great opportunity to train with highly skilled people who are experts in their field. You’ll do a lot and learn a lot – not only about your specialist area and the bank, but also about yourself and whether this type of environment is right for you.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Internship allowance of 700 EUR based on 36 hours work week
• A 4 month internship
• Your own work laptop
• Reimbursement of public transport costs
• Hybrid working to blend home working for focus and office working for collaboration and co-creation

• Market-related research experience

• Hands-on role in an important sector for ING

• Opportunity to create a network within ING as well as in the wider banking sector

• Personal growth and challenging work with endless possibilities
• The chance to work with experienced professionals and make a real impact at ING

During the duration of your internship at ING, it is mandatory to be enrolled at a Dutch university (or EU-university for EU passport holders).

Interested?

Want to apply directly? Please upload your CV and motivation letter by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. For questions or more information please contact Thijs Geijer: thijs.geijer@ing.com

We are looking forward welcoming you to our team.

About our internships

Every year, more than 350 students join our internship program. While there are no guarantees about your future, many of our former interns move into a permanent role or onto our International Talent Programme (traineeship).

Whatever happens, an internship at ING is the ideal opportunity to meet a wide variety of people, to build up your own network, and to learn about many different aspects of banking – put simply, it’s a great start to your career.