Intern - New Business

Strategy | Business Development | Project Support

The team 

The New Business team develops strategic business lines and explores new opportunities that contribute to Invest International's mission. The team works on emerging sectors, financing initiatives, partnerships and propositions, translating ideas and market developments into concrete next steps.

The position 

As a New Business Intern, you will support Business Developers in moving strategic initiatives forward. You will gain practical experience at the intersection of business development, strategy, project management, market research and stakeholder engagement.

The role combines support for ongoing projects with targeted research and analysis linked to current team priorities. 

What you will do 

• Support project management and coordination of strategic initiatives.

• Prepare presentations, briefings, meeting materials and concise updates.

• Support stakeholder mapping and the preparation of external and internal engagements.

• Conduct desk research on selected markets, sectors, policies and financing opportunities.

• Dive deeper into a specific topic when needed and translate findings into clear, practical insights for the team.

• Gather and structure information that supports business cases, sector strategies and new propositions.

• Contribute to workshops, working sessions and follow-up activities.

• You are currently pursuing a MSc degree in business administration, economics, finance, public administration, political science, international relations, innovation management or a related field.

• You are currently living in the Netherlands.

• You have strong analytical and research skills and can distinguish key insights from background information.

• You communicate clearly in writing and in conversation.

• You are structured, reliable and comfortable keeping track of several activities.

• You have a proactive, curious and hands-on attitude.

• You can work independently while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders.

• You are proficient in Microsoft Office.

• You have an interest in international business, impact investing and sustainable economic development.

What you will gain 

• Hands-on experience in strategic business development within an international impact investor.

• Exposure to the development of new sectors, partnerships and financing initiatives.

• Practical experience in project support, stakeholder engagement and market analysis.

• The opportunity to contribute to real business questions and team priorities.

• Coaching and guidance from colleagues in the New Business team.

Practical information 

• Preferred duration: 6 months.

• Start date: as soon as possible (indication 1 December/1 January)

• Availability: 32-40 hours per week.

• Location: The Hague, with hybrid working where appropriate.

Please note that interns need to be registered as a student for the entire length of the internship.

Invest International

We Finance | We Coordinate | We Develop

Invest International’s legal mandate is to support companies with foreign activities and international projects that contribute to the Dutch economy by improving competitiveness and earning capacity and to support projects that offer solutions to global challenges.

We believe in a world where businesses and governments work together to solve global challenges. Our mission is to connect Dutch solutions to global challenges strengthening worldwide resilience and safeguarding Dutch earning capacity.

Organisation

Invest International opened its doors in October 2021, in The Hague. We are a state-owned company set up by the Dutch government. A private company funded with public capital. Our people, network and knowledge allow us to maximize impact for our stakeholders.

Apply for the job

Would you like to join our team as our new Intern - New Business? Then we'd love to hear from you!

Please share your CV and cover letter noting that the application process closes on 10 November 2026.