Want to become the best version of yourself? At Rabobank you work on your personal development and contribute to the world around you. You get to focus on your own growth in an environment in which you continue to learn. In addition, you can also expect:

Do you want to contribute to responsible use of artificial intelligence while building your future? Discover where your analytical talent comes to life during this internship at Rabobank.

During this internship at Rabobank, you work on your career by researching sustainable AI and emissions within a banking environment. You will be part of a specialized team that focuses on cost‑efficient and sustainable use of AI and cloud technology. This allows you to develop both in‑depth content knowledge and strong research skills.

After completing your internship, you will have gained hands‑on experience with current challenges related to sustainable IT and AI at a large Dutch bank. You will have learned how to translate research outcomes into practical insights for stakeholders, strengthening your position for a next step in this domain.

In this role, you work within the Sustainable AI and FinOps team (SAIF), a newly formed team that focuses on developing mature practices for cost and sustainability topics related to AI. The start date is flexible and determined in consultation.

• Comparing carbon emissions of AI workloads in public cloud environments versus on‑premise infrastructure.
• Investigating how model size, architecture and optimization techniques influence emissions and costs.
• Developing a calculation methodology to determine on‑premise emissions.
• Research cost management frameworks for Agentic workloads
• Assist in day-to-day activities of the SAIF team, including reporting of emissions and costs, analysis, and adhoc support related to sustainable AI and cloud usage

• Length: Internship: 3 to 6 months.
• Startdate: August or later
• Hours per week: flexible, in consultation.

Development is a top priority at Rabobank. You learn by doing, by making mistakes and achieving success. During this internship, you receive the right balance between freedom and guidance. You work closely with experienced colleagues and have frequent contact with other students and young professionals.

At Rabobank, your personal development and the development of society go hand in hand. You work on yourself and on the world around you at the same time. This is reflected in our focus on sustainability, our hybrid work environment and a healthy work‑life balance.

• You are enrolled in a master’s programme in a technical or quantitative field.
• You have basic knowledge of AI or machine learning systems.
• You have experience with data analysis using Python, R or similar tools.
• You have an affinity with sustainability, green IT or environmental impact through study or practice.
• You demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• You are able to translate technical findings into clear and actionable insights.

You and the job application process

We believe in the power of differences. By bringing together diverse perspectives, we become a better bank. What will you add to Rabobank? We are curious.

Questions about working at Rabobank and the process? Contact Clemens Schinkel, Corporate Recruiter Young Talent via Clemens.schinkel@rabobank.nl.

• Please add a motivational letter to your application.
• Interviews will be held via MS Teams or at our office in Utrecht.
• A reliability screening is part of the process.
• We respect your privacy.
• You can find answers to the most frequently asked questions on rabobank.jobs/en/faq.

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