Design and Analysis of Timber Structures Intern

Job Title

Internship: Design and Analysis of Timber Structures for Industrial Platforms

Job description

Assignment type: Internship

Start date: February 2027

Assignment duration: 6 months

Location: Veghel

Education level: Bachelor / Master

Desired study: Built Environment, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related

Language: Dutch / English

Description of Assignment

Are you ready to drive sustainable innovation in large-scale industrial engineering? Driven by sustainability goals, Vanderlande and its global customers are actively exploring eco-friendly alternatives to traditional steel structures. Timber has emerged as a promising, high-potential solution. To turn this green potential into real-world applications, we need your analytical and engineering expertise to acquire practical knowledge and establish design standards.

In this hands-on engineering internship, you will investigate the feasibility of timber structures for industrial platforms. You will create innovative 3D designs, establish clear structural principles, and evaluate the full operational impact on engineering, costs, and lead times. Your research and practical insights will directly shape Vanderlande’s next steps toward sustainable platform design.

Department Description

You will join the Steel Competence Team within the Engineering Department of Domain Distribution. Our specialized team plays a pivotal role in delivering key projects for global market leaders such as Amazon, DHL, and UPS during both sales and execution phases.

We design complex platforms, coordinate with international suppliers, provide expert structural advice, and partner with cost engineers to budget major steelwork projects. Working alongside multidisciplinary project teams and sales experts, you will gain firsthand experience in high-impact industrial engineering within a dynamic global environment.

Tasks/Responsibilities

• Create innovative 3D designs for timber platform structures as sustainable alternatives to steel
• Perform structural safety and performance analyses on timber concepts
• Define technical requirements and design principles to support future procurement
• Evaluate trade-offs and document findings on engineering, cost, and process impacts
• Formulate clear recommendations and strategic next steps for implementation

Your Profile

• Solid knowledge of structural engineering principles in steel and timber.
• Proficient with structural analysis software (preferably Scia Engineer) and AutoCAD.
• Creative, solution-oriented mindset with an enterprising and curious attitude.
• Strong technical background in Built Environment, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands

Contact

Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: internship@vanderlande.com.