Application process:

• You may apply between October 31^st until December 20^th 2024.
• We will be in touch in December to give you feedback on your application, so the sooner you apply, the better!
• Interviews will take place between January 6^th and January 10^th 2025.

Important: you must remain enrolled in a university between the 1^st of March 2025 until at least the 31^st of August 2025 to be considered for this internship. Evidence will be requested.

This is us

We are a global team of over 250 passionate people who are dedicated to creating innovative architecture and urban design. We were founded in 1993 and are headquartered in Rotterdam, with offices in Shanghai, Berlin, Paris, and New York.

Business Development Team

MVRDV is looking for a Business Development Intern currently studying architecture, urbanism or Business Management/Administration to join our global team based in Rotterdam.

We’re looking for a full-time (40 hours/week) Business Development intern to join us from March 1st to August 31st, 2025, for an exciting 6-month internship. More specifically:

• Interest in the business side of a creative practice.
• Excellent verbal and written English (Korean language skills would be a plus)
• Familiarity specifically with InDesign and Adobe Suite.
• Creative and innovative skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Understanding of architectural processes.
• Authorisation to work in the Netherlands (either EU nationality or already possessing a VISA that allows an internship in the Netherlands)
• Enrolment as a student for the entire duration of the internship (evidence will be requested). Unfortunately, we cannot hire graduates for this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and updating our graphic materials and project texts.
• Assisting with the development of BD materials (EOIs, RFQs, RFPs, Portfolios).
• Taking part in brainstorming sessions and suggesting innovative ideas.
• Assisting in general management of office materials, filing, copying, and performing other clerical tasks.
• Undertaking market research and identifying key players and projects in different countries.
• Making critical and strategic analyses of new project opportunities.
• Updating CRM system
• Supporting the production of BD reports

What we offer:

• Be part of a global, creative, and ambitious team shaping the future of cities alongside some of the brightest minds in architecture and urbanism.
• Competitive internship allowance of €700 per month, plus travel reimbursement for your home-office commutes.
• Enjoy a vibrant, international working environment with regular excursions, parties, and corporate activities like sports.
• Healthy and affordable office lunches (€4.15 per day).
• Generous contribution towards your OneFit sports subscription.
• Access to OpenUp, our mental health platform, supporting your well-being.
• A fantastic office location in the center of Rotterdam, just a short walk from the train station.

Ready to learn, grow, and have fun? Join us for an inspiring internship!

We’d love for you to join us!

Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you recognize yourself in this statement? MVRDV encourages you to reconsider and apply. You do not need to tick all the boxes to join our team. We care more about your motivation and potential! We look forward to your application.

How to apply

Please fill in the online form and upload your motivation letter, CV, recommendation preferably as PDF not larger than 5mb. You can also check how we hire.