Business Control Intern

We are SNV

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. We are driven by a vision of a better world: A world where across every society all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably. To make this vision a reality, we need transformations in vital agri-food, energy, and water systems. SNV contributes by strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships in these sectors. We help strengthen institutions and governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises (SNV themes).  

Building on 60 years of experience we support our partners with technical and process expertise and methodological rigour. We do this in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia with a team of approximately 1,600 colleagues. By being adaptable and tailoring our approaches to these different contexts, we can contribute to impact at scale, resulting in more equitable lives for all. 

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are and what we do. This is reflected in our vision, mission, and strategy, which set out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

Our CARE principles—Committed to Impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Differences, and Expertise in Practice—are at the heart of who we are and the work we do. These principles are embedded in our vision, mission, and strategy, which serve as our compass guiding us towards 2030.

For more information on SNV, please refer to our website: www.snv.org    

Are you a motivated student eager to make an impact?  Do you want hands-on experience in Business Control within the international development sector? Join SNV's Business Control Team as our Business Control Intern in The Hague! 

Note: This internship is open to students enrolled in an accredited Dutch university for the duration of the internship. SNV is not sponsoring a Visa for this internship. 

Your role and the Internship 
We are seeking a highly motivated Intern to join our Business Control Team. The internship will focus on providing a valuable learning experience while supporting the team in various initiatives. You will have the opportunity to learn about Business Control processes at SNV as part of the BC team (9 FTEs), and the broader Global Finance team (approx. 22 FTEs) in The Hague.   

The Global BC team helps SNV achieve sustainable break-even by: 

• Providing quality, evidence-based financial analysis at all levels. 

• Streamlining planning, reporting, and control with effective tools and systems. 

• Delivering financial insights for sound decision-making. 

• Managing project portfolio oversight and financial planning cycles. 

• Identifying risks and tracking performance issues. 

• Offering ongoing analysis and feedback to strengthen organisational financial performance. 

This internship offers a unique chance to:  

• Gain experience in the development sector by working on real-world tasks and projects.  

• Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in a dynamic team environment.  

• Develop skills in analysis, communication, and international collaboration.  

• A chance to contribute to impactful work that makes a difference.  

Your tasks and activities will align with your specific learning objectives, ensuring a meaningful and enriching experience. We offer ongoing guidance and support to help you achieve your goals.  

Tasks and activities may include:  

• Support in the creation work instructions/video trainings for BC processes.  

• Support with analysis of project performance  

• Support in organizing documents, reports, instructions, etc. to improve accessibility to key business information 

• Support processes related to project setup in our systems and contribute to their improvement.    

Requirements for the internship:

• This internship is open to students currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program at an accredited Dutch university in a financial field. This should be a degree course or study.
  We will require a proof of enrolment and SNV may request a short-written confirmation from the student or university if necessary. The university must facilitate the internship and a university supervisor or mentor must be identified, with full name and contact details shared with SNV. 

• The intern must have legal right to reside in the Netherlands for the full period of the internship, but the University can be based abroad (SNV does not sponsor visas or permits for interns).

We are looking for a motivated student who is:  

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited EU university with a focus on Finance.   

• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills, French is an added advantage.  

• A desire to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment.  

• Analytical and conceptual thinking skills.   

• Pro-active, pragmatic and solution driven.   

• A curious, self-motivated individual that works well in a team.   

• Proficient in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.  

• Preferred start date in September 2025  - also possible to start in October 2025. 

To ensure an optimal learning experience, we request you to work 1-2 times a week from the office in The Hague.
Our offer includes:  

•  Available for minimum of 4 months and preferably 6 months (with the possibility of extension up to 12 months), between 32-40 hours per week.  

• Internship allowance: €500 gross per month (for a 40-hour workweek), plus reimbursement for public transport costs (if applicable).  

• Flexible starting date, with a preference for September 2025.  

• International experience, working alongside colleagues from around the world.  

• A diverse, stimulating environment with opportunities to innovate and co-create.  

How to Apply  
We encourage enthusiastic students to apply! Submit your CV and motivation letter including the below information (in English) by the 24th of August 2025.   

To help us better understand your candidacy, please confirm the following:  

• Are you currently enrolled in an accredited Dutch university? If so, please provide your expected graduation date.  

• What is your preferred duration and weekly availability for the internship?  

• What specific learning objectives do you hope to achieve during this internship?  

We value applicants who can share their goals and how this opportunity aligns with their academic journey.  

Working at SNV    
We are home to 57 cultures working in over 20 countries, with about 95% of our team members holding the nationality of the respective countries we work in. We promote (international) career development. Our workforce consists of a mix of both people with longstanding tenure, willing to share their institutional knowledge, as well as people with external backgrounds and experience. All with an inquisitive view and united in ‘ONE SNV’ working towards our purpose. 

Together, we are committed to the effective and efficient stewardship of resources and maximising positive, lasting impacts. Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, technical knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside. 

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and uphold a policy of non-discrimination based on factors such as disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and more. 

We offer a stimulating work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling international working environment.  

Reference & Vetting Check
Potential candidates will be asked to provide the contact details of a person who is willing to act as a reference; this could be a university professor or a line manager from a previous job assignment.

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct". This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.