NWE Business management Intern (Defense Industry Europe)

NWE Business management Intern (Defense Industry Europe) This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers university students the opportunity to join a leading IT company and gain invaluable experience through our Internship Program (minimum of 5 months). Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers you a highly dynamic, fast-paced, professional working environment and the chance to develop the skills you have gained at university in a real business environment. During your internship you will not only apply these skills in the IT industry, but also acquire a range of abilities to contribute to the business whilst working alongside industry professionals. Throughout the program, you'll have regular training and one-to-one meetings with your manager. Working together, you'll set goals and plot your development. And with our open-plan offices and friendly working culture, you'll have the chance to learn from senior managers who can help you in your future career. Start Date: 1st of September 2026 Location: Amstelveen (hybrid working model)   What you’ll do : During your internship you will be part of the HPE Defense Industry team for North & Western Europe. You will work closely with the Head of the Defense Industry vertical, based out of The Netherlands. The Defense Industry, driven by geopolitical factors, is fast changing towards the ‘Digital Army concept’: AI, Drones, Robotics, secure private Cloud, real time ‘situational’ analytics& information, multi-dimensional networks and communications. The above is leading to an increase on Defense spending for 2026 to 2030 New country regulations (sovereignty) open discussions on what -confidential- data can be shared or not. Where is data stored and who has access to these data. HPE are looking for an intern who can make a business analysis for 2026 to 2030 based on IT spend of Defense (in other words: which % of Defense is IT related and addressable for HPE) Create a HPE value proposition for Defense based on HPE product portfolio HPE Competitive analysis Business case of estimated of Defense Investments What you’ll need: You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s/Master’s program. A degree background that can demonstrate Technology, Data, Compute & analytical skills is preferable. Expected Graduation 2027 We are not looking for an IT specialist. Candidate should have a genuine interest in the application possibilities of Cloud Computing, AI, (5G) private networks A broad interest to approach a business case holistically: from a technology angle, economic, legal, sales & marketing. The candidate should be comfortable in presenting her/his work, including the right skills to create a presentation etc. Excellent English language skills & Dutch is preferred What we’d prefer you bring:   The drive to seek out what’s next and to deliver exceptional results A collaborative, solution focused spirit and overall sense of urgency The desire to embrace new ideas and fresh thinking and seek out ideas different than your own Comfort with working in a hybrid (virtual and face-to-face) environment Exceptional communication and presentation skills and the