Business Development Internship | March 2027

MVRDV; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship allowance €1,100/month

OpenUp mental wellbeing platform

Urban Sports Club contribution

Office in Rotterdam Blaak

Job summary

MVRDV is offering a Business Development Internship in Rotterdam, starting March 2027. On-site role within the Business Development & Communications department, 40 hours/week. You will conduct market research, develop strategic proposals, and engage with clients under experienced BD professionals.

Applicants must remain enrolled in a relevant university program and be eligible to work in the Netherlands. You’ll gain hands-on experience across market research, strategy development, and client

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant program (Architecture, Urbanism, or Business Management).
• Interest in the business side of a creative practice.
• Experience with Adobe Suite (InDesign) and Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; German, Mandarin or Korean is a plus.
• Creative, innovative thinker with strong analytical capabilities.
• Understanding of architectural processes.
• Authorized to work in the Netherlands for the internship.
• Enrolled as a student for the entire duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update our graphic materials and project texts.
• Assist with the development of BD materials (EOIs, RFQs, RFPs, Portfolios).
• Take part in brainstorming sessions and suggesting innovative ideas.
• Undertake market research and identify key players and projects in different countries.
• Make critical and strategic analyses of new project opportunities.
• Update our CRM system.
• Support the production of BD reports.
• Assist in general management of office materials, filing, copying, and performing other clerical tasks.

Skills

English fluency

Creativity

Analytical skills

Architectural processes understanding

Education

Enrollment in Architecture/Urbanism/Business Management program

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development Internship | March 2027

• On-site
• Rotterdam , Netherlands
• Business Development & Communications

Kickstart your career

MVRDV is a globally recognised architecture and urbanism practice, headquartered in Rotterdam, with offices in Shanghai, Paris, Berlin and New York. Founded in 1993 by Winy Maas, Jacob van Rijs, and Nathalie de Vries, MVRDV is dedicated to designing innovative, socially responsible, and sustainable architecture that shapes the future.

As an intern at MVRDV, you’ll be part of an energetic, international team of over 200 professionals comprising more than 40 nationalities. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in market research, strategy development, and client engagement within a dynamic creative industry. Working alongside experienced business development professionals, you’ll develop essential skills, support key initiatives, and contribute to the growth and global reach of a renowned architecture practice.

Please note: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit unsolicited candidates or profiles for this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will not accept any agency terms or fees related to unsolicited referrals.

Application process

You have between now and 16 November to submit your application.

Interviews will take place between 23 November and 11 December 2026.

Successful candidates start on the 1 March 2027!

Important: You must remain enrolled in an eligible university study program between 1 March 2027 and 31 August 2027 to be considered for an internship.

Business Development Team

The Business Development Team at MVRDV connects bold design ideas with new opportunities around the world. We focus on identifying potential clients, responding to tenders, and supporting strategic growth in key markets. As part of this team, you’ll gain insights into how architecture practices grow their global presence and how creative work is turned into real commissions.

About the role

As a Business Development Intern at MVRDV, you’ll be part of a dynamic and forward‑thinking team working at the intersection of design, strategy, and innovation. From day one, you’ll dive into real business development initiatives – conducting market research, contributing to strategic proposals, and helping maintain strong client relationships. It’s a unique opportunity to explore how creative thinking meets business strategy within one of the world’s leading architecture practices. You’ll gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and play a part in shaping MVRDV’s global presence.

What you’ll be doing

Maintain and update our graphic materials and project texts.

Assist with the development of BD materials (EOIs, RFQs, RFPs, Portfolios).

Take part in brainstorming sessions and suggesting innovative ideas.

Undertake market research and identify key players and projects in different countries.

Make critical and strategic analyses of new project opportunities.

Update our CRM system.

Support the production of BD reports.

Assist in general management of office materials, filing, copying, and performing other clerical tasks.

What we offer

Learn from Industry Leaders – Join a global, optimistic, and ambitious team delivering solutions to architectural and urban issues all over the world across multiple disciplines – from design to business support.

Financial Compensation – Receive a competitive internship allowance of €1.100 per month, plus reimbursement of your home‑office commutes (NS‑Business Card or KM‑based).

A Vibrant Work Culture – Experience a dynamic, international environment with regular excursions, parties, and team activities, including the Rotterdam Marathon and other sports.

Stay Healthy & Active – Enjoy affordable vegetarian office lunches (€4.30 per day), a substantial contribution towards your Urban Sports Club subscription, and access to OpenUp, our mental well‑being platform.

An Inspiring Workplace – Work from a great office located in Rotterdam’s lively, central Blaak neighbourhood – just a short walk from the station.

Job requirements

We are looking for a full-time (40 hours/week) architect intern to join us on-site (at the office 5 days a week) from 1 March untill 31 August 2027, for an exciting 6‑month internship. More specifically, we are looking for students with:

Enrolled in a relevant program e.g. Architecture, Urbanism, or Business Management/Administration.

Interest in the business side of a creative practice.

Experience with the Adobe Suite (especially InDesign) and with Microsoft Office.

Fluency in written and spoken English; German, Mandarin or Korean language skills are a plus.

You’re creative and innovative.

Strong analytical capabilities.

Understanding of architectural processes.

Authorised to work in the Netherlands (through being an EU citizen, having a Dutch Permit, or a working holiday permit). For this position, we can only consider candidates who are already legally allowed to work in the Netherlands. We’re unfortunately not providing visa sponsorship for this role.

Enrolled as a student for the entire duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required).

Join us and gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your ideas matter and your growth is supported – whether you’re in design, communications, HR, finance, or beyond.

We’d love to welcome you to the team!

How we hire

Our hiring process is thorough and efficient, to ensure we make the right decision and to help you decide if we’re the right fit for you. Our internship follows a different process. While the number of steps may vary depending on the role and our different locations, our recruitment process typically follows these key stages:

Getting to know you

You’ve applied, and we’re carefully reviewing your CV, motivation letter, and portfolio. If we have any additional questions, we’ll give you a quick call.

First interview

In this meeting, your potential future Leader and a teammate will take a deeper dive into your experience, and what you could bring to the team.

Second Interview

You made it to the last stage! During this meeting, you will meet with another teammate and a Senior Manager, who will further assess your possible future contributions to the team.

Offer

YES! You’re a great fit with the team, and your skills and experience will make a valuable contribution to MVRDV. We’ll be delighted to provide you with a job offer!