Your responsibilities
As member of the team your work varies from practical support to full accountability for driving change. You will be involved in different projects in the various domains such as productivity improvements, performance management and shared services. All projects fall under the umbrella of the Accelerate! Operating Model Team.
Your team
The Accelerate program was launched in 2011 by the new Philips CEO Frans van Houten, together with the Philips Executive Committee (ExCo), to transform Philips in ways that unlock its full performance potential. The Accelerate Business Transformation office works directly for the ExCo to ensure the planning, resourcing, and execution of Accelerate are successful. You will become part of the Operating Model Team of 10 people with a very diverse background, reporting to the global program manager.
We offer you a glance in the kitchen of a huge transformation program and the opportunity to contribute to its success. You will be working on truly cross-functional projects with lots of opportunity for creative ideas. We drive the steps on the ambitious transformation journey to world-class performance. Embark on this journey with us for a unique experience and the opportunity to add real value!
· High visibility to senior management
· Opportunities for personal development
· A company mentor to regularly discuss the progress of your assignment
· It can be discussed to make this internship assignment suitable to do your thesis.
· Duration: 6 months
· Available per September/October 2014
Internship conditions:
· Students on work placement or final-year study assignment are paid a work placement or final-year study assignment allowance.
· A student on a work placement or final-year study assignment is paid an allowance towards rented accommodation, depending on his/her situation. This will be determined setting up the Intern Contract.
· A student on work placement or final-year study assignment who can prove that he/she is not entitled to a student card for public transport (OV-studentenkaart) is paid an allowance to cover the cost of travel between home and the place of work in accordance with the Conditions of Employment Guideline.
· The student is entitled to paid leave on the basis of 1 day per month.
· Opportunity to buy Philips products with tax benefit (Philips MyShop)
We are looking for
To be successful in this internship we are looking for you:
· Currently studying towards your University Bachelor of Science/Master of science WO (Bsc./Msc.) in:
o Accountancy
o Business Administration
o Business Economics
o (International) Business Management
o Economics
o Finance
o Human Resources
o Industrial Design
o Logistics
o Management of Innovation
o Management Sciences
o Marketing
o Organizational Change and Consulting
o Strategic Management
o Supply Chain Management
o Technology
· Are fluent in oral and written English
•Have strong analytical, problem solving skills combined with a strong business sense and a drive for business impact
· Independent, curious, team player, easy in making contact
· Confident to work with senior management
· Willing to travel within the Netherlands
If you recognize yourself in this profile and would like to take this challenge, we invite you to apply 22-07-2014 at the latest!
Required documents in order for us to continue with your application:
· Student registration form (Proof of enrollment at your current education)
· Resume
· Cover Letter outlining your motivation and informing your availability
Please note that in order to be considered for an internship, it should be compulsory (for students outside EU/EER) by your education and you need to be registered as a student during the entire internship period. Formal documentation of which may be requested at any time.
Please note that the contents of our regular internship assignments are not suitable for professionals (and/or MBA students) with professional work experience.
For questions regarding the procedure of this Internship please contact: (you can only apply via the internet website)
Hans Annink
Internship Coordinator
Tel: +31 (0)6 21142035
internships@philips.com