Thesis Internship

Zanders; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 6,696 - 8,928; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new office next to Utrecht Central Station

Hands-on project experience

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Zanders in Utrecht is seeking a master's student for a thesis internship focused on financial risk management. You'll work 5 days a week, dedicating 3 days to your thesis and 2 days supporting consultants on projects.

This position offers insights into how quantitative backgrounds can impact client advisory services, fostering both academic and practical learning in a collaborative environment.

You'll benefit from a brand-new office near Utrecht Central Station and the chance to engage in varied projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s student specializing in quantitative fields is required.
• Must have a strong interest in risk management and finance.
• Effective communication skills in English are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work on thesis 3 days, support project teams 2 days.
• Develop and research independent topics.
• Apply data analysis to financial risk challenges.

Skills

Quantitative studies background

Interest in risk management

Strong communication skills

Independent and creative

Programming skills in Python

Education

Master’s student in relevant fields

Tools

Excel

Job description

Role Overview

Our Risk Advisory Group seeks a curious and motivated master’s student for a thesis internship, working 5 days per week. This internship offers a chance to apply your quantitative or technical background to real‑world financial risk management projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on your thesis for 3 days a week and provide support to consultants on client projects or internal projects for 2 days.
• Develop an independent research topic, bringing your own ideas and innovations.
• Gain insight into how technical expertise translates into client advice and impact.
• Apply quantitative methods, data analysis, and modeling to real financial risk challenges.
• Collaborate with colleagues who will guide you from shaping your research proposal to reviewing your final thesis.

Skills & Qualifications

• Background in quantitative studies such as Econometrics, Computer Science, Machine Learning/AI, Applied Physics, or (Applied) Mathematics.
• Interest in risk management, financial markets, and data‑driven decision making.
• Independent, creative, and analytically strong.
• Strong communication skills; fluent in English.
• Passion for problem solving, advisory, and client‑facing projects.
• Preferably, experience with Excel and programming skills in Python.

Benefits

• Brand‑new office located next to Utrecht Central Station.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse client base and gain hands‑on project experience.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Exposure to international and varied risk management projects.