Trainee

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Are you a motivated student with a passion for Human Resources and looking to gain hands-on experience in an international environment? We are looking for an enthusiastic HR Intern to join our Benelux HR team.

As an HR Intern Benelux, you will support the day-to-day HR activities across the Benelux region. Based in Belgium, you will regularly provide on-site support at our Brussels office as well as at our Dutch-speaking production sites.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of HR processes while working in a dynamic and multicultural organization.

We count on you to:

• Support the HR team with daily HR administration.
• Assist & Support onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Contribute to learning and development initiatives and HR project & HR processes.
• Prepare and maintain HR documentation.
• Assist with internal HR communications and employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide regular support at our Brussels office and Dutch-speaking production sites.
• Contribute ideas to improve and optimize HR processes.

You can count on us to :

During the internship, the HR Intern will receive training in the following areas:

• HR Fundamentals
• HR Systems & Digital Tools
• Operational HR
• Professional Skills
• Compliance & Safety

You will bring:

• You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources, Human Resource Management, Business Administration (HR), Psychology, or a related field.
• You are based in Belgium.
• You are fluent in Dutch, French, and English, both spoken and written.
• You are organized, accurate, and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• You are proactive, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team.
• You are interested in gaining practical HR experience within an international organization.
• You are willing to travel regularly between our Belgian locations.

You will get:

• A valuable internship in an international and dynamic organization.
• Coaching and guidance from experienced HR professionals.
• Exposure to various HR disciplines and projects.
• A diverse and challenging internship with room for initiative and personal development.
• An opportunity to build your professional network within the Benelux organization.
• An Internship allowance and benefits. The Belgian gross monthly allowance can range from 500€ to 1100€.  Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification, type of Internship agreement, internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range.

Additional information:

• Location: Brussels
• Duration: 6 months

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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