Summer Internship

Robeco; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Robeco, headquartered in Rotterdam, invites motivated university students to join a 2-month Summer Internship Program (July 1–August 27, 2027). You will work in one of Robeco’s investment domains on real projects, gaining hands-on experience in finance and sustainable investing.

The program starts with an introduction and training, then dives into daily activities, offering networking with colleagues across departments and exposure to a fast-paced financial environment.

Qualifications

• Internship vacancies at Robeco in Rotterdam are open to students (second-year Bachelor’s and higher) enrolled at a university during the first month of the internship.
• Eligible for a residence permit to do an internship in the Netherlands.
• Motivated, curious and ambitious students eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real projects within one of Robeco's investment domains.
• Engage in day-to-day activities and hands-on training to develop skills.
• Connect with colleagues across departments to build your professional network.

Education

University student (second-year or higher)

Job description

Are you ready to kick-start your career in the dynamic world of finance?

Join our 2-month Summer Internship Program and gain hands-on experience at one of Europe’s leading asset management firms.

• Location: Headquarters in Rotterdam, Netherlands
• Period: 1 July – 27 August 2027
• Duration: 2 months
• Pay: This is a paid internship
• Applications open: Friday October 16, 2026
• Applications close: Rolling basis. We review applications as they come in and close once all positions are filled so we encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

As an intern, you’ll be fully immersed in the day-to-day activities of one of our six investment domains, contributing to real projects that make an impact. This program offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, learn from experienced professionals, and experience the excitement of working in a fast-paced financial environment.

We’re looking for motivated, curious, and ambitious students eager to learn and grow. In return, you’ll gain meaningful experiences that will set you apart in your future career.

Where you will work

Founded in 1929, Robeco is a pure-play international asset manager with headquarters in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, and 15 more offices worldwide. A global leader in sustainable investing since 1995, Robeco is a pioneer in sustainable as well as fundamental and quantitative research, driving investment strategies for a broad range of asset classes.

During the application process, you can indicate your preferred areas of interest. If selected for interviews, you will meet with colleagues from the relevant department.

• Fundamental Equity Investing is where it all started for Robeco. It’s arguably the purest form of investing: finding the most attractive companies to invest in. We base our investment decisions on in-depth fundamental research into businesses, sectors, macroeconomics and trends. We offer opportunities across Thematic and Emerging Markets equities.
• Fixed Income Investing is where complexity meets creativity. The Fixed Income team invests in government- and company-issued debt across a wide variety of sectors, countries, and ratings. We offer opportunities across the Global Macro and Fundamental Credits teams.
• Quantitative Research is in Robeco’s DNA. We make our investment decisions based on hidden relationships in our data using state-of-the-art techniques. We offer opportunities across the Quantitative Equities Research, Quantitative Equities Portfolio Management, and Robeco Indices teams.
• Investment Solutions is at the intersection of various asset classes. The Investment Solutions team delivers superior, research-driven, sustainable strategies and designs innovative solutions that fit clients’ needs. The team manages assets across multi-asset funds, discretionary multi-asset solutions, and customized fixed income solutions.
• Investment Data Science and Engineering transforms vast datasets from financial markets and sustainability sources into actionable insights. That covers the quantitative investment process infrastructure, as well as tools and analyses for fundamental insight. A recent focus is on how we can leverage AI in our fundamental investment processes.

Your internship begins with an introduction to the company, followed by hands-on training sessions to prepare you for the work ahead. From there, you’ll dive into the daily activities of your team, gaining real-world experience and contributing directly to ongoing projects.

Examples of previous projects are:

• Write a white paper on an emerging technology trend and evaluate which companies are best positioned to benefit from it.
• Develop a python model in Bloomberg to identify relative value opportunities on government bond curves.
• Enhance economic forecasting by improving real-time “nowcasting” models.
• Leverage new alternative data sources to uncover new alpha sources.
• Analyze the EV supply chain, identifying which battery suppliers have strong long-term prospects.

Beyond your project work, you’ll take part in social activities, weekly training sessions, and connect with colleagues across departments to build your professional network.

Who we are looking for

We are looking to welcome a new generation of talents to bring diverse perspectives, fresh insights and new ideas to our firm. We welcome interns of different nationalities, educational backgrounds, personalities and skills. Are you a motivated and collaborative university student with a passion for finance and investing? If so, our internship program is designed for you. We value quick learners and creative thinkers who are eager to make an impact.

Research shows that female candidates only apply if they meet 100% of the requirements, while male candidates already do so at 60%. Are you hesitant about whether you meet all requirements? Please do apply, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.

Eligability

Internship vacancies at Robeco in Rotterdam are open to students (second-year Bachelor’s and higher) enrolled at a university during the first month of their internship. Our interns must also be eligible for a residence permit to do an internship in the Netherlands. This means we can recruit EU citizens studying at an university abroad or non-EU citizens studying at a Dutch university.

Using AI in your interview process

At Robeco, we welcome AI as a tool, and you’re very much encouraged to use it while preparing for your interviews: for example to brainstorm likely questions, practice structuring your answers, research our firm, review technical concepts and refine your CV. What matters to us is that everything you submit is genuinely yours. You should be able to explain every line of your application.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Robeco, we want to grow every day: as a company and as an employer. To do better, we listen to and learn from society, our clients and, first and foremost, our colleagues. We treasure the diversity of our people and the range of perspectives and thinking they bring. Just as we diversify within our investment strategies to be more successful, we know these differences within our own company make us more innovative, flexible and resilient: for ourselves and all our stakeholders. Together, we aim for a culture of connection and create a workplace where colleagues feel safe, included, valued and empowered to be their best, regardless of the way they look, where they come from or who they love. Because when we all thrive, so can Robeco.

About Robeco

Robeco is an international pure-play asset manager founded in 1929 in the Netherlands. We help clients achieve their financial and sustainability goals by providing superior investment returns and solutions, with a strong focus on sustainable investing, quantitative strategies, fundamental equity and fixed income investments. With over EUR 406 billion in client assets (as of June 2026), we serve a broad client base - from institutional to private investors - across Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. Headquartered in Rotterdam with 16 offices worldwide, we combine an entrepreneurial spirit with collaborative, international mindset.

We are actively growing our global market presence and continue to integrate technologies like generative AI and machine learning in our investment processes. These efforts are supported by a strong commitment to operational excellence and to talent development in an inclusive and equitable workplace.