Internal Control Intern

REFRESCO; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 8,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

REFRESCO is offering an internship within its European Internal Control organization in Rotterdam. You will gain hands-on experience strengthening and harmonizing the internal control framework across Europe, collaborating with colleagues from different countries and functions.

This internship focuses on risk management, SOX compliance, policy development and exploring how AI can be applied within Internal Control, with 4–5 days per week for at least six months and 10–20% thesis time.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a WO bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Controlling, Accounting or a related field.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Interested in risk management, internal controls and business processes.
• Analytical and comfortable working with structured information.
• Hands-on, proactive and eager to learn.
• Excited to work in a dynamic, international organization.
• Available 4–5 days per week for at least six months.

Responsibilities

• Help create a standardized European Risk and Control Matrix based on an agreed methodology.
• Support the harmonization of processes, subprocesses, risks and controls.
• Contribute to the development of European policies and guidance for SOX controls.
• Help harmonize controls across our European operations.
• Draft control descriptions and testing attributes.
• Support the creation of communication materials and training.
• Explore how AI can be applied within Internal Control.
• Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Internal Control and other business functions.

Skills

Fluent in English

Analytical

Hands-on

Proactive

Education

Finance/Controlling/Accounting degree

Job description

Career Opportunities: Internal Control Intern (17486)

We are offering an internship within our European Internal Control organization. You will gain hands‑on experience in strengthening and harmonizing our internal control framework across Europe. Working with colleagues from different countries and functions, you will contribute to key projects related to risk management, SOX compliance, policies and the use of AI in Internal Control.

We look forward to sharing our knowledge and supporting your development in a dynamic, international business environment.

Location Rotterdam office, European HQ

Availability 4 to 5 days per week

Duration 6 months (at least)

Thesis/assignment 10–20% of your time can be allocated to your thesis or university assignment

What will you do?

• Help create a standardized European Risk and Control Matrix based on an agreed methodology
• Support the harmonization of processes, subprocesses, risks and controls
• Contribute to the development of European policies and guidance for SOX controls
• Help harmonize controls across our European operations
• Draft control descriptions and testing attributes
• Support the creation of communication materials and training
• Explore how AI can be applied within Internal Control
• Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Internal Control and other business functions

About you

• We are looking for an enthusiastic student with the following background and qualities:
• Currently pursuing a WO bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Controlling, Accounting or a related field
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Interested in risk management, internal controls and business processes
• Analytical and comfortable working with structured information
• Hands‑on, proactive and eager to learn
• Excited to work in a dynamic, international organization
• Available 4–5 days per week for at least six months

What we offer

• Internship compensation of €750 gross per month, based on a 40‑hour working week
• A collaborative, international environment where you can make a meaningful contribution
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Shared lunch every Thursday in our common area
• Monthly activities organized by our Fun Committee

Do you want to see your drinks on every table? Do you want to join our exciting journey?

To ensure a fair and thorough selection, an assessment may be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

Important to know: Candidates must study and be based locally in The Netherlands.