Data Science/ML Engineering Thesis Internship

Graduation Internship overview: 

• Period:  5 – 9 months (flexible) 

• Hours per week:  32–40 

• Location:  ITO office Amsterdam, hybrid 

• Start date:  From Feb 2027, start month flexible 

• Education level:  Academic Master 

• Internship compensation:  500 euros / month 

Requirements 
Please note: your application will not be considered without the following documents: 

• Resume 

• Cover letter 

• Academic transcripts (high school, bachelor’s and master’s) 

Summary 

Disrupt the way the world works by using your skills to revolutionize traditional business practices through the power of AI. Let your talent run free and bring these companies closer to the people they serve using sophisticated AI-driven solutions; leave your digital mark on the world and advance the future of AI in business.  

Are you looking for an internship where you play an active role in formulating a vision on the latest digital developments? Do you want to do your graduation research on a topic that is directly relevant in the business world? Accenture offers a full-time graduation internship for 5 – 9 months, depending on the duration of your graduation project. If you already have a research question or area in mind, please share it with us! 

Your role 

Being an intern in our Data & AI team means we will shape your internship together. What topics might you consider if you apply to our group? We are interested in developing and implementing new technologies and innovations for Data Science, Machine Learning Engineering, and Generative AI. The thesis possibilities are endless, and we are eager to brainstorm with you to find a topic that best matches your interests. 

Some examples of previous graduation projects within Data & AI include: 

• Building an Explainable AI visualization tool to visualize counterfactuals (features that when changed change the prediction outcome) to explain the predictions of Machine Learning models in a business context. 

• Using a deep learning computer vision technique to automatically generate vectorized floorplan images that can be used by computer tools. 

• Combining a regression model with a random forest and using panel data to predict customers who are likely to churn at an investment firm, while accounting for an imbalanced dataset. 

So, what does a "day in the life of a Data & AI intern" look like? While we expect you to be independent and take the initiative in shaping your daily activities, these will include, among other things: 

• In the case of a graduation internship: writing your thesis at our office. You will have access to all Accenture resources for background information, and the opportunity to talk with our colleagues who are happy to discuss your thesis topics with you. 

• Have the opportunity to get hands-on experience as a consultant by supporting on client projects 

• Expanding your network and knowledge by attending team meetings, events, mentor sessions, trainings, guest lectures, and one-on-one coffee chats. 

At the end of your internship, you will present the results of your thesis or the experience you gained during your work internship at one of our team meetings. We consider this internship as the ideal opportunity to see if there is a match on both sides for a permanent position after completing your time as an intern. As one of our analysts (junior consultant) says: 

"I started my graduation internship at Accenture three years ago and began a permanent position immediately after graduating. For me, it was a great way to write my thesis while also getting in touch with various clients and seeing the kind of work Accenture does, but also to see if I would like to work for this company!"

Who we are – Accenture Strategy & Consulting 

In today’s world, business leaders want to rapidly and confidently reinvent to increase resilience, mitigate risk, and grow with sustainable value. That’s where Accenture Strategy & Consulting comes in. We bring together strategic visionaries, industry experts, practitioners from across every enterprise function, business intelligence professionals, change specialists, data and AI authorities, and many other specialized skills to co-create each client’s unique path to reinvention. You will be a trusted partner to business leaders, working with a diverse team of experts to deliver successful tech-enabled transformation and new kinds of value for your clients. Join our global network of people using the latest assets, platforms and partnerships to help bring ideas to life. 

Accenture Data & AI is driving these exciting changes across industries, covering skills that range from strategy development to data science professionalization. Our advice is based on best practice and situational analysis and enables our clients to act with speed and confidence. Whether we are investigating complex issues or identifying new opportunities, our work always comes down to one thing: unlocking value and creating real, tangible impact. 

Strategy & Consulting is one of five services that make up one Accenture – the others are Operations, Technology, Song and Industry X. 

Who you are 

• You are currently a master's student enrolled at a Dutch university for the entire duration of your internship. 

• You are nearing the completion of your master's degree at university and are looking to write a thesis in your field of interest at a company, with growth opportunities in the future. 

• You are analytically strong and can solve complex problems or obtain strategic insights in a data-driven manner. 

• You have a background in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, or a similar field. 

• You have demonstrable affinity and/or experience with trends and developments in data science, computer science, or machine learning. 

• You have experience with relevant programming languages (Python, SQL, etc.), machine learning techniques (Neural Networks, Random Forest, etc.), frameworks (PyTorch, Sklearn, etc.), and visualization tools (PowerBI, Matplotlib, etc.) 

• You are fluent in English, both spoken and written.  

Bonus Points 

• You have participated in extracurricular activities such as a board year, committee, or internship. 

• You are a team player with excellent communication skills; you are professional and precise. 

• You can work independently and have a hands-on mentality; you are creative and take responsibility. 

• You are familiar with the latest technologies, with experience or knowledge of cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and big data (e.g., Hadoop, Spark). 

What’s in it for you? 

Accenture is a globally renowned company. Our people are Change Makers, and to support them as an employer, we make five promises: 

• Flexible work in a culture based on trust. 

• A mindset focused on sustainability and growth. 

• A culture where Inclusion & Diversity are paramount and where people truly care about each other. 

• Advise and transform our clients with technology. 

• Connect with a global network of 775,000 colleagues. 

These promises are reflected in our excellent employment conditions, which include: 

• Career guidance (and academic support) offered by your personally assigned People Lead and a buddy. 

• You will receive an internship allowance (500 euros / month) and a laptop. 

• The possibility to work hybrid and access to any Accenture office in the Netherlands. 

• Unlimited learning: access to thousands of free courses, lessons, and workshops. 

• Social activities such as Friday drinks, sports events, and parties. 

What we believe 

Accenture is an equal opportunity employer. Our leaders are committed to building a better, stronger and more equitable company for future generations to create positive, long-lasting change. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.  

Our position as partner to many of the world’s leading businesses, organizations and governments affords us both an extraordinary opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to make a difference. Sustainability is one of our greatest responsibilities, which we embed in everything we do and for everyone we work with. 

Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation to enable your participation in the recruitment process by emailing [email protected]. We will be happy to assist you. 

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

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