Arcadis Talent Academy – Work experience for technical talent with refugee status. Do you want to give your career a flying start in the Netherlands as a technical professional with refugee status? Join the Arcadis Talent Academy’s six-month work experience program, while retaining your benefits. You will gain work experience at a leading engineering and consultancy firm, work on current projects, receive a coaching buddy, and participate in training to successfully start on the Dutch labor market.

What do we offer?

•  Work experience at a leading international company
•  Working on real projects at Arcadis, together with a professional team
•  Personal guidance by an internal buddy, team leader/manager, and an external buddy from New Dutch Connections
•  Training in Dutch language, soft skills, and work culture
•  Full reimbursement of travel expenses to our locations in Amersfoort, Rotterdam, Arnhem, Zwolle, or Den Bosch
•  The opportunity to significantly expand your professional network in the Netherlands
•  A strong foundation for your future career in the Netherlands

New profiles

 We are looking for candidates for the roles below.

Architecture & stations

1. Architect or urban planner

What are you going to do?

•  You work on designs and plans for sustainable and innovative projects.
•  You create architectural drawings and visualizations.
•  You coordinate with colleagues and stakeholders within multidisciplinary project teams.

Team

 You are part of a multidisciplinary team within Architecture and Urban Planning, where design quality, collaboration, and innovation are central.

Your profile

•  You have a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, architecture, or urban planning.
•  You have experience with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.
•  You are willing to work in Amersfoort.

2. Technical Construction Supervisor for Stations and Architecture

What are you going to do?

•  You supervise construction projects at station locations where the surrounding area remains in use during the works.
•  You coordinate with clients, contractors, and project teams regarding planning, quality, safety, and accessibility.
•  You identify bottlenecks, monitor progress, and make adjustments where necessary.
•  You report on results, deviations, and the progress of the project.

Team

 You are part of a multidisciplinary team within Stations & Architecture, based in Amersfoort. Within projects, you collaborate with architects, structural engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical specialists.

Your profile

•  You have completed an MBO or HBO education in construction or civil engineering.
•  You preferably have experience as a site manager or project leader, particularly in operational construction.
•  You have experience with or a strong interest in stations and rail.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.
•  You are results-oriented, customer-focused, and practically minded.

Structures

4. Structural engineer for concrete, new construction and renovation

What are you going to do?

•  You work on station projects and other complex construction assignments.
•  You analyze existing structures and advise on technical feasibility, construction phasing, and execution methods.
•  You coordinate with architects, BIM designers, contractors, and other specialists.
•  You make an important contribution to integrated and feasible solutions.

Team

 You are part of the Stations & Architecture team in Amersfoort. Within Arcadis, you collaborate with a broad network of specialists, ranging from sustainability and installations to landscape and rail.

Your profile

•  You have completed a higher professional or university degree in civil engineering or construction engineering, with a specialization in structures.
•  You have work experience as a modeller or structural engineer of structural projects.
•  You have knowledge of Navisworks, Solibri, and/or the Autodesk BIM360 platform.
•  You have experience with SCIA Engineer, RFEM, or similar software.
•  You have experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
•  Additional training, such as HTI Concrete/Steel Structural Engineer or similar, is a plus.
•  You are practical, have strong communication skills, and are solution-oriented.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.

Safety & project management

5. Safety professional physical safety

What are you going to do?

•  You contribute to safe and future-proof infrastructure, buildings, and environments.
•  You contribute to safety issues within various domains.
•  You work on themes such as fire prevention, crisis management, environmental safety, railway safety, and safety culture.

Team

 You work within a team of specialists in the field of physical safety and risk management, where collaboration and professional development are central.

Your profile

•  You have a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field.
•  You have an affinity for physical safety and risk management.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.

6. Project Support Officer Project Management

What are you going to do?

•  You support project teams in ensuring processes run smoothly.
•  You work on infrastructure, architecture, and construction projects.
•  You provide support in the areas of finance, planning, risks, quality, information, or capacity.

Team

 You work within a team of professionals in project control and project management, where structure, collaboration, and quality are central.

Your profile

•  You have a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or business administration.
•  You have experience in one of the mentioned specializations and an interest in project management.
•  You are analytical, accurate, and have strong communication skills.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.

Electrical Engineering & Energy

7. Electrical Engineer

What are you going to do?

•  You work as a junior engineer on electrical installations for infrastructure projects.
•  You contribute to projects for tunnels, bridges, locks, and rail and tram infrastructure.
•  You create calculations, design concepts, and technical documentation.
•  You will learn to work with systems engineering and BIM and contribute to thinking about sustainable energy solutions.
•  You contribute to national and international projects, such as the IJ Tunnel, Zuidas Amsterdam, and the Fraser River Tunnel.

Team

 You will become part of the Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Business Unit and work within the Energy Technology team on projects that make a local and international impact.

 Your profile

•  You have completed a higher professional education (HBO) in Electrical Engineering or Energy Technology.
•  You are interested in infrastructure and construction projects; experience is a plus, but not required.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.
•  You are eager to learn, enthusiastic, and proactive.
•  You have strong communication skills and enjoy working with others.

Civil Engineering & Water

8. Civil Engineering & Directional Drilling Consultant

What are you going to do?

•  You work on civil engineering issues within the water sector.
•  You contribute to projects related to water purification, transport systems, pipeline routes, and horizontal directional drilling.
•  You prepare memos and reports and perform technical analyses.
•  You collaborate in multidisciplinary design teams and translate technical issues into practical solutions.

Team

 You are part of the Climate Adaptation & Restoring Ecosystems market group and work within the Water Optimization team on current and complex issues for, among others, drinking water companies, water boards, industrial parties, and port authorities.

 Your profile

•  You have completed a higher professional or university degree in civil engineering or a related field.
•  You have an affinity for the automation and digitalization of work processes.
•  You have experience with programs such as Wanda, Sigma, and D-Geo Pipeline.
•  You are familiar with AutoCAD, Civil3D, Revit, and GIS software such as ArcGIS and QGIS.
•  You are interested in trenchless installation techniques for cables and pipelines.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.

Nature & biodiversity

9. Ecologist

What are you going to do?

•  You work on ecological issues in rural areas.
•  You advise on topics such as Natura 2000, nitrogen, NNN, and nature development.
•  You contribute to management plans, nature objective analyses, preliminary assessments, and appropriate assessments.
•  You mentor junior colleagues and contribute to knowledge sharing and quality assurance.
•  You make a substantive contribution to biodiversity and future-proof nature development.

Team

 You will be working in an enthusiastic team of 14 ecologists with a passion for rural areas. This team is part of the Nature & Biodiversity advisory group, where approximately 60 ecologists collaborate on future-proof solutions for nature and landscape. Development, collaboration, and knowledge sharing are central to this work.

Your profile

•  You have completed a higher professional or university degree in ecology, nature management, or a similar field; knowledge of vegetation science is a plus.
•  You have work experience in advice and implementation in the field of systems ecology, nature development, and nature management.
•  You have knowledge of nature legislation and policy, such as Natura 2000, NNN, and nitrogen.
•  You have experience co-drafting management plans, nature objective analyses, and appropriate assessments.
•  Experience within multidisciplinary projects is a plus.
•  You are flexible, eager to learn, and switch easily between different projects and tasks.
•  You have at least a B1+ level of command of Dutch and a good command of English, both spoken and written.

What do we expect from you?

• Valid residence permit (status holder in the Netherlands)
• Language: Proficiency in both English (minimum B2 level) and Dutch (preferably B1 level) is required for effective oral and written communication.
• Educational level: Bachelor or Master in a relevant technical field
• Willingness to travel to Amersfoort, Rotterdam, Arnhem, Zwolle, or Den Bosch
• Personality: you are results-oriented, eager to learn, have strong communication skills, and enjoy working together in a team.
• Relevant experience: experience with or affinity with, for example, electrical engineering (high or low voltage), civil engineering, civil engineering & management, architecture, urban development, or risk calculations within infrastructure or environmental risks is desirable.

Interested?

 Upload your most recent CV via our website no later than July 10 at 12:00 PM . Act fast: registration may close earlier due to high demand.

To ask?

 Please feel free to contact us for more information.

About Arcadis

 Arcadis is a leading global design and consultancy firm focused on creating sustainable living environments. With over 36,000 colleagues in more than 70 countries, we work daily on innovative solutions for major societal challenges.

 At Arcadis, we believe that the Talent Academy contributes to an inclusive work environment where talent is recognized, developed, and utilized. We value the unique perspectives you bring as a participant and view this program as an opportunity to increase our impact on equal opportunities.

 Our activities are divided into three business areas:

Places

 We design, build, and improve buildings and urban environments. Think of offices, schools, hospitals, and residential areas, always with an eye for sustainability and livability.

Mobility

 We work on safe, sustainable, and smart infrastructure, such as roads, railways, tunnels, and airports, that efficiently connect people and goods.