Organizational Development Intern

Organizational Development Intern

(Fulltime, 38 hours per week)

The purpose of this position is to support the Organizational Design team in delivering organizational transformation initiatives across Action. The Intern Organizational Design contributes to the analysis, design and implementation of organizational structures, governance models and ways of working that enable Action's continued growth and operational effectiveness.

Working closely with the Organizational Design Expert and Manager, the intern supports organizational assessments, workforce analyses, operating model initiatives and organizational change projects by providing analytical, project and stakeholder support.

This is your daily action

Organizational Design Support

• Supports the development and implementation of organizational design initiatives across the business, contributes to the preparation of recommendations and supporting materials
• Assists in the assessment of organizational structures, roles, responsibilities and governance models
• Supports the documentation and maintenance of organizational structures and organizational design standards

Analysis & Insights

• Collects, consolidates and analyses organizational and workforce data to support decision-making
• Supports the development of organizational effectiveness assessments, span and layer analyses and workforce planning activities
• Translates data into clear insights, reports and presentations for stakeholders and leadership teams
• Contributes to the preparation of scenario analyses for organizational change initiatives

Project & Stakeholder Support

• Supports the planning, coordination and execution of organizational design projects
• Assists in preparing workshops, meetings and stakeholder engagement sessions
• Tracks project actions, milestones and deliverables to support successful implementation
• Collaborates with HR, Finance and business stakeholders to gather information and validate analyses

Continuous Improvement

• Supports the identification of opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness, governance and ways of working
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of methodologies, templates and tools used by the Organizational Design team
• Actively participates in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement activities within the team

Meet your team

You will join the Organizational Design team, a collaborative and analytical group focused on shaping and improving the company’s structure, governance, and ways of working. The team works closely with HR, Finance, and business stakeholders across the organization to support transformation initiatives and ensure the company continues to grow efficiently. Led by an Organizational Design Expert, the team combines data-driven insights with strategic thinking to design effective organizational solutions and drive continuous improvement. The environment is dynamic, supportive, and offers strong exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional collaboration.

This is you

Education

• Currently pursuing, or recently graduated with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Economics or a related field.

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Affinity with organizational design, organizational effectiveness and business transformation
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Ability to structure information and translate complex topics into clear presentations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Competencies

• Analytical Thinking
• Planning & Organizing
• Collaboration
• Learning Agility
• Attention to Detail
• Initiative
• Stakeholder Focus

What we offer

This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in organizational design within a fast-growing international retailer. The role provides exposure to strategic transformation initiatives, organizational development projects and senior stakeholders, while building practical experience in organizational effectiveness, workforce planning and business transformation.

Did you know that you can also count on us for:

• Internship allowance of 400 euro based on a 38 hour workweek
• Work laptop
• Travel allowance
• 15% staff discount on your purchases at Action

How we contribute to society

If you only know Action from the stores, a world will open up for you when you come and work with us. We work hard to make a positive impact on society and the environment. Did you know, for example, that we support thousands of children worldwide who grow up in an SOS Children's Village? That our team reflects the diversity of our customers, including over 160 different nationalities? That we purchase over 99% of our cocoa, cotton and timber products sustainably? And that all our stores, DC’s and offices only use energy-efficient LED lighting? Yes, that is also Action. Curious about what other initiatives we’re facilitating? There’s a lot more we are proud of and we would love for you to be part of it.

Interested?

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we warmly invite anyone who recognises themselves in the vacancy to apply. So take action and respond to this vacancy now!

What happens next:

1. Response to your application within 14 days (and usually earlier)
2. First meeting with the manager and a colleague
3. Second interview with your recruiter, among others
4. Welcome to Action…

Throughout the process, your recruiter is your permanent point of contact and is available to answer any questions you may have.

Integrity is very important to us. Pre-employment screening is therefore part of the process for this vacancy. Ask your recruiter for more information.