Data Science | Software Engineering internship: software automation development

ASML; Veldhoven; Hybrid; EUR 4,500 - 7,800; Part time

Job summary

ASML is offering a Data Science | Software Engineering internship focused on software automation development within the Proto Engineering team in the Netherlands. You will help build a platform to manage testing and integration requests on prototype machines, working closely with stakeholders and developers.

The role emphasizes hands-on software development, collaboration across teams, and improving workflows in a high-tech environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor or master degree in a software-related field.
• Programming experience with Python and Django.
• Knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Basic understanding of databases and software development principles.
• Able to communicate in English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Gather and refine business and user requirements with stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and implement new software features.
• Improve workflows and automate activities to reduce manual effort.
• Integrate applications with existing systems and data sources.
• Enhance user interfaces to be responsive and intuitive.
• Support testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Python

Django

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering/Computer Science/Data Science/Business Information Technology

Job description

Introduction

Within ASML's Development and Engineering (D&E) organization, the System Integration department is responsible for integrating, verifying, and releasing system configurations. These activities are performed on prototype machines that are used to validate both hardware and software at system level. The Proto Engineering team supports the operation of these machines and enables testing activities across D&E. During the Data Science | Software Engineering internship: software automation development, you will contribute to software solutions that help streamline operations, improve collaboration, and support data-driven decision-making.

• Location: Veldhoven, Netherlands
• Team: Interns and Trainees
• Work experience: 0-1 year
• Travel: No
• Workplace type: Hybrid
• Fulltime/parttime: Part time

Your assignment

As part of a software and business intelligence team, you will contribute to the development of a software platform that supports the management of testing and integration requests on prototype machines. The platform helps users manage requests from intake through planning and closure, enabling efficient coordination across multiple teams. You will work closely with stakeholders and software developers to improve functionality, usability, and process efficiency.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Gather and refine business and user requirements together with stakeholders;
• Design, develop, and implement new software features;
• Improve workflows and automate activities to reduce manual effort;
• Integrate applications with existing systems and data sources;
• Enhance the user experience through responsive and intuitive interfaces;
• Support testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities;
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.

This is a bachelor's or master's thesis/non-thesis internship for minimum 5 months, minimum 4 days per week (3 days on-site). The start date of this internship is as of February 2027.

Your profile

To be suitable for the internship, you:

• Are pursuing a bachelor or master degree, theses/non-theses in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Information Technology, or a related field;
• Have programming experience with Python, Django, or similar software development frameworks;
• Have knowledge of web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript;
• Have a basic understanding of databases and software development principles;
• Are analytical, collaborative, proactive, and able to communicate effectively in English.

The internship is ideal for students who enjoy solving technical challenges and developing practical software solutions. During this internship, you will gain hands-on experience in software development within a high-tech environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. You will contribute to tools that support operational excellence and improve the efficiency of engineering processes. This internship provides an opportunity to create solutions that make a visible impact. If you are looking for an internship where you can apply your technical skills while continuing to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply.

Other requirements you need to meet:

• You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship, and you are at least 18 years old at the start of the internship;
• If you are a non-EU citizen, studying in the Netherlands, your university is willing to sign the documents relevant for doing an internship (i.e., Nuffic agreement);
• You need to be located in the Netherlands to be perform your internship. In case you are currently living/studying outside of the Netherlands, your application shows the willingness to relocate.