HR Internship

About Road

Road empowers companies across the EV ecosystem with the technology and services they need to grow and deliver seamless charging experiences. We provide the critical infrastructure that the EV charging ecosystem depends on. We do this through a purpose-built software platform supported by our unique expertise and world-class customer service. Road currently serves over 200.000 customers and 20% of the Dutch market and we have firmly set our sights on repeating this success internationally. We exist at the intersection of cleantech and fintech and our mission is to make EV charging effortless for everyone.

About the Role

As an HR Intern at Road, you'll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of HR functions while contributing to meaningful HR projects and initiatives. Working closely with our HR team, you'll combine day-to-day HR operations with research and project-based work. You'll have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real organisational challenges, explore HR best practices and contribute to initiatives aimed at improving our people processes and employee experience.

From supporting recruitment, onboarding and employee administration to researching topics such as employee engagement, performance management and organisational development, you'll gain a well-rounded understanding of how HR operates within a fast-growing, international company. This internship offers a combination of practical responsibilities and opportunities for independent research, allowing you to develop your HR expertise, take ownership of tasks and contribute to the continuous improvement of our HR practices.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• HR Research & Projects: Conduct research into HR trends, best practices and organisational challenges, analyse findings and contribute to evidence-based recommendations and HR improvement initiatives.
• Employee Engagement & Organisational Development: Support the evaluation of employee engagement initiatives, analyse employee feedback and contribute to projects focused on employee experience and organisational effectiveness.
• Performance & Talent Management: Assist with research, evaluation and improvements related to performance management, competency frameworks, employee development and talent management.
• People Analytics & Reporting: Support the collection, analysis and interpretation of HR data, identify relevant trends and help translate findings into actionable insights.
• HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle: Support day-to-day HR operations, including maintaining employee records, preparing HR documentation, updating HR systems and assisting with employee changes, leave administration and offboarding.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist with recruitment activities, candidate communication, interview coordination and the onboarding of new employees and interns.
• HR Policies & Process Improvements: Research and review HR policies, support the documentation and improvement of internal procedures, and contribute to more efficient HR workflows.
• Internal Communication & Employee Support: Assist with HR communications, respond to employee inquiries and support the coordination of HR-related activities and initiatives.

What Do We Value in Our Candidates?

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field. Please note that you must remain enrolled at your educational institution for the entire duration of the internship.
• Available to start in January 2027, for a period of 4-6 months, working 32-40 hours per week from our office in Amsterdam.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• A genuine interest in Human Resources, particularly in areas such as employee engagement, organisational development, people analytics and HR operations.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with proficiency in Excel and the ability to interpret data, identify trends and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• A proactive, curious and hands-on mindset, with a willingness to learn, take initiative and contribute new ideas.
• The ability to work independently while enjoying collaboration with colleagues across different departments.

What Do We Offer?

Beyond the basics, we want to make sure our interns have everything they need to thrive and help us achieve our mission. That’s why we offer a range of additional benefits designed to keep you happy, healthy, and supported - both inside and outside of work.

• €500 internship allowance, paid out monthly.
• A chance to make a difference in a sustainable and growing organization.
• A young, diverse and ambitious team.
• A laptop for the duration of your internship.
• The possibility to complete an internship project or thesis for your studies.
• Daily varied and healthy food options for lunch provided by the company, and of course drinks at our own Road bar.
• Besides working on our mission together, we like to have fun and connect with social events and team-building activities.
• Headquarters located in one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in Europe: Amsterdam.

More About Us

We believe in being open-minded and challenging ourselves to continuously strive for the best results. We are transitioning from start-up to scale-up which requires a more structured and process-driven approach to reach the next stage of our growth. As the world scales up to meet the EV charging demand, we’re ready for this once-in-a-century mobility revolution. Are you ready to help us grow and make EV charging effortless for everyone? Join our team of 125+ colleagues working in our Amsterdam HQ.

Our Values

Customer

Innovation

Community

Ownership

Communication

Focus

Want to know more about our company vision, culture or career growth opportunities? Have a look at our careers site https://careers.road.io/