Public Services Strategy & Consulting Internship

Accenture the Netherlands; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 8,900 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship allowance

Travel expense reimbursement

Dedicated internship supervisor and a

Buddy support

Job summary

Accenture Netherlands offers a master internship focused on strategic innovation and digital transformation in the public sector. You will collaborate with consultants on government projects, developing analyses and concrete recommendations for clients.

Duration is 4 to 6 months, starting February or March, with opportunities to work on healthcare projects within the Health & Public Services team. Fluent Dutch and English are required, and relocation is not specified.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a master's program at a Dutch university for the full duration of the internship.
• Preferred fields: Public or Business Administration, Political Science, Law, Healthcare/Life Sciences, or related disciplines.
• Fluent Dutch and English required; strong analytic and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with consultants on projects for public sector organizations to analyze and propose strategies.
• Develop structured analyses and substantiate strategies to support client recommendations.

Skills

Public administration affinity

Analytical mindset

Strong communicator

Team player

Education

Master's program in Public/Business Administration/Political Science/Law

Job description

Job Description

Are you a master's student who wants to contribute to strategic innovation and digital transformation in the public sector?

At Accenture Netherlands, you'll work on a wide range of challenges facing government and public organizations, from developing digitalization strategies and improving public service delivery, to analyzing emerging technologies and guiding organizational change. Experienced consultants will coach you in conducting analyses, structuring complex problems, and translating insights into concrete recommendations for our clients.

Your primary focus will be on the public sector, but as part of the broader Health & Public Services (HPS) team, you'll also gain exposure to healthcare projects; broadening your perspective on strategic transformation across both domains.

Duration: 4 to 6 months, starting in February or March.

What You'll Do

As an intern, you'll work alongside consultants on projects for public sector organizations such as ministries, government executive agencies, and institutions in the field of justice and safety. You'll explore how public services can be made faster and more accessible, how processes can be redesigned more efficiently, or how digital technology can be applied responsibly.

You'll learn to develop and substantiate strategies through structured analysis. Your contributions may lead to reduced costs, shorter throughput times, improved digital service delivery, or more efficient processes for our clients.

What To Expect

• Working internship: You'll have the opportunity to shape your own experience and explore your personal interests. You'll contribute to various projects including business analyses, stakeholder and market analyses, support in developing business proposals, and research into client systems and functionalities. You are encouraged to bring your own ideas and initiatives, so you can challenge yourself and get the most out of your internship.
• Thesis internship: It is also possible — in consultation with your supervisor — to combine your internship with writing your thesis. You are encouraged to choose a topic that aligns with your studies and adds value to one of our clients. You'll receive all the guidance and resources needed to complete your thesis while continuing to contribute to the HPS team.

How We Reinvent

This internship sits within our Industry & Enterprise Strategy practice, where we combine deep sector expertise with advanced technology to deliver 360° value for our clients. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team working on the future of intelligent public services, leveraging our global network, platforms, and partnerships to bring ideas to life.

Job Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Education: Currently enrolled in a master's program at a Dutch university for the full duration of the internship. Preferred fields of study include Public or Business Administration, Political Science, Law, Healthcare/Life Sciences, or closely related disciplines.
• Skills: Affinity with public administration, governance, and/or the public sector; you actively follow the latest developments in policy, technology, and digital government.
• Mindset: Ambitious and proactive, naturally critical and analytical, a strong communicator, and a team player.
• Bonus points: Involvement in extracurricular activities such as student organizations, Defensity College, Society College, De Kleine Consultant, etc.
• Location: Amsterdam
• Languages: Fluent Dutch and English required

What We Offer

• Learning opportunities: Access to our Learning & Development Platform.
• Guidance: Support from a dedicated internship supervisor (People Lead) and a buddy.
• Culture & Community: You'll be part of an open culture that actively encourages you to get the most out of your internship. Through close guidance and support, you'll quickly find your footing within both HPS and Accenture NL. Your week will offer a balanced mix of personal development and informal interaction with colleagues at all levels. The more proactive and assertive you are, the more you'll take away from your internship.
• Extras: Competitive internship allowance and travel expense reimbursement.
• Inclusion, Diversity & Social Impact: Do Good Volunteer Program, I&D Networks, Refugee Talent Track.