The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) is offering two internship placements for motivated students who want to gain hands-on experience in international entrepreneurship, youth employment, and development programming. These positions run between 2 March and 31 August 2026 (with some flexibility on dates).

Vacancy No.: 67483 | Duration: March–August 2026 | Compensation: €775/month | 32–40 hrs/week

About the Program – Orange Corners

Orange Corners is a flagship initiative of RVO and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The program supports young entrepreneurs across Africa and the Middle East, creating opportunities through:

• Business incubation & acceleration programs

• Training and coaching for early-stage entrepreneurs

• Access to startup financing through the Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF)

• Strengthening entrepreneurial ecosystems

• Supporting governments with entrepreneurship-friendly policies

• Facilitating hackathons, innovation challenges & entrepreneurship education

• Establishing Business Angel Networks

• Close collaboration with Dutch embassies and local partners

Orange Corners now operates in 20+ countries, working closely with private partners and knowledge institutions.

About the Internship

As part of the Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Team (YEET), interns contribute directly to program delivery and ecosystem strengthening in target countries. Working within a dynamic, mission-driven team, you will have the space to bring in your own insights, initiative, and creativity.

Your Tasks Will Include:

• Conducting research on local business environments

• Monitoring trends in youth entrepreneurship

• Liaising with Dutch embassies and local implementing partners

• Supporting program rollout through project plans, partnership proposals & agreements

• Assisting with digital events, stakeholder meetings & presentations

• Contributing to strategy development, project management & field implementation

This is a varied internship, providing exposure to both the strategic and operational sides of international development programming.

About RVO – Netherlands Enterprise Agency

RVO works to strengthen entrepreneurship, sustainability, climate solutions, and innovation in the Netherlands and abroad. With more than 6,000 staff members, RVO helps businesses and institutions navigate government policies, obtain financing, and implement sustainable and digital solutions.

The Youth Employment & Entrepreneurship Team sits within the Sustainable Economic Development department and focuses on building opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs worldwide.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 19 December 2025.