Internship: Build Mechanical Prototype for Feeding Automation Concept in Maassluis, Nederland

This hands-on internship offers the opportunity to transform a new idea into a working machine. You will develop a proof of principle for an automated feeding concept, assessing its technical feasibility in a farm setting. The role involves designing, building, testing, and validating a prototype, working closely with experienced engineers at Lely.

Bringing Automation to Life

• Identify and define critical technical elements for concept validation
• Design mechanical solutions and translate concepts into a workable prototype
• Test the prototype on a farm and gather technical insights
• Analyze test results and assess technical feasibility
• Provide recommendations for further development and future implementation

What We Offer You

• An educational internship experience
• Dynamic work environment
• Opportunity to develop talents
• Internship allowance of €650 per month (based on a 40-hour work week)
• Student apartment if commute is too long

What We Offer You

This internship offers a valuable educational experience in a dynamic environment, providing ample opportunities to develop your talents. You will receive an internship allowance of €650 per month for a 40-hour work week, and a student apartment can be provided if your commute is extensive.

Who Will Build This Prototype?

We are seeking a curious, practical, and motivated intern who thrives at the intersection of engineering, innovation, and agriculture. The ideal candidate is pursuing an MBO or HBO degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related field, and possesses an affinity for agriculture and farm operations. You should be eager to learn by doing, with experience or interest in hands-on prototype building, including welding, grinding, and drilling. A strong understanding of mechanics, machine construction, mechatronics, or programming is essential, along with a structured, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset. You will work independently but also collaborate effectively with colleagues, and communicate confidently in English.

• Currently pursuing an MBO or HBO degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related field
• Affinity with agriculture and interest in farm operations
• Experience or interest in welding, grinding, drilling, and building prototypes
• Knowledge of mechanics, machine construction, mechatronics, and/or programming
• Enjoys designing machines and developing technical concepts
• Works independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues
• Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset
• Communicates confidently in English, both spoken and written

Your Campus Experience

• International working environment
• Access to extensive sports facilities (indoor gym, outdoor padel courts, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, foosball)
• Hyrox workouts and personal training options
• Fresh coffee and tea from an in-house barista, made with milk from our farm
• Healthy and affordable company restaurant
• Free shuttle bus to and from Maassluis metro station

Apply for This Internship

Ready to turn innovative ideas into tangible solutions? Apply now through the Booming Jobs website to become part of a team that's shaping the future of dairy farming.

Build the Future of Dairy Automation

Embark on an exciting 6-month educational internship starting February 2027, where you will build a mechanical prototype for an innovative feeding automation concept. This hands-on role offers the chance to see a new idea come to life, test its technical feasibility, and contribute to future agricultural revolutions, all while receiving an internship allowance of €650 per month.