Industrial Engineering internship: logistics process improvement
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. ASML scores B on the Alion truth index.
Introduction
The EUV Factory in Veldhoven is responsible for producing and installing some of the world's most advanced lithography systems. Within the factory, the Logistics & Operational Planning department helps ensure materials, tools, and resources are available at the right place and time to support growing production demand. As production capacity continues to expand, efficient logistics processes become increasingly important. This Industrial Engineering internship: logistics process improvement, offers you the opportunity to improve material flows, identify operational bottlenecks, and contribute directly to factory performance. During this internship, you will work on real challenges and help create measurable improvements in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
Your assignment
During this Industrial Engineering internship: logistics process improvement, you will independently analyze logistics processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency. You will use data analysis, process mapping, and continuous improvement methods to uncover bottlenecks and develop practical recommendations. Working closely with logistics, manufacturing, and planning teams, you will translate insights into actionable improvement proposals. Your main responsibilities will be:
- Analyze existing logistics and operational planning processes
- Identify bottlenecks using data analysis and process mapping techniques
- Evaluate material flow performance and operational efficiency
- Apply Lean and continuous improvement principles to identify opportunities
- Collaborate with logistics, manufacturing, and planning stakeholders
- Develop practical recommendations to optimize processes and material availability
- Present findings, insights, and improvement proposals to stakeholders
This is a bachelor/master non-thesis internship for minimum 5 months, minimum 4 days per week (4 days on-site). The start date of this internship is as of February 2027.
Your profile
To be suitable for the internship, you:
- Are pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Engineering, Technology Management, or a related field.
- Have knowledge of data analysis, process mapping, Lean methodologies, or continuous improvement principles
- Are analytical and able to approach problems in a structured manner
- Are proactive, curious, and comfortable asking questions to understand root causes
- Can collaborate effectively with different stakeholders and communicate insights clearly
- Have a hands-on mindset and enjoy improving processes in a manufacturing environment
This Industrial Engineering internship: logistics process improvement provides hands-on exposure to complex manufacturing operations and the opportunity to deliver measurable business impact through process optimization and data-driven decision-making. Experience in logistics or manufacturing is beneficial but not required. We value learning agility, curiosity, and a strong interest in process improvement. This internship is well suited for students who enjoy combining analysis with practical implementation.
Other requirements you need to meet:
- You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship, and you are at least 18 years old at the start of the internship;
- If you are a non-EU citizen, studying in the Netherlands, your university is willing to sign the documents relevant for doing an internship (i.e., Nuffic agreement);
- You attach your cover letter with a clear motivation on why you are interested in this internship assignment in particular;
- You need to be located in the Netherlands to be perform your internship. In case you are currently living/studying outside of the Netherlands, your application shows the willingness to relocate.
Inclusion and diversity
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
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