FDP Network Optimization Internship - Open Day Edition

Job Description:

Career Category
Supply Chain

Job Description

(Limited Spots - Selection Required)
Are you passionate about data-driven decision-making, quantitative modeling, and optimizing complex international distribution networks?

This internship is one of four unique opportunities that will be presented during the Amgen Internship Open Day, where hiring managers will meet selected candidates and introduce their projects.
📅 Open Day Date: 16 April
🔒 Limited spots available
🎯 Final participant list selected by the hiring managers
📬 Selected students will receive confirmation during the week of 6 April

⚠️ Important: If you confirm your attendance, you are expected to participate. Missing the event means taking the place of another motivated student.

About the Internship - Quantitative Model for FDP Network Optimization (Nordics & Balkan)
The Global Distribution Hub (GDH) EMEA manages distribution to manufacturing locations and end customers across the region through a vast network of Logistics Service Providers, Transportation Service Providers, and Amgen-owned warehouses.

Within this context, the team is seeking a student to support a strategic project: developing a quantitative decision-support model that evaluates distribution scenarios and supports the selection of the optimal FDP (Forward Distribution Point) model for the Nordics and Balkan regions.

Your Assignment
During this internship, you will help shape Amgen's regional distribution strategy by:
* Building a quantitative model to compare consignment vs. non-consignment FDP setups
* Conducting scenario analyses to assess regional distribution impacts
* Evaluating cost, service level, and logistics implications
* Supporting data-driven strategic recommendations
* Contributing to a multi-site optimization initiative within a global biopharmaceutical supply chain

This assignment provides hands-on experience with real-world network modeling in a multinational environment.

This internship offers exposure to:
* Quantitative modeling and network strategy
* Distribution and supply chain design in an international context
* Data analysis for operations optimization
* Scenario building and evaluation
* Cross-functional collaboration across regions

You will gain strong analytical experience relevant to roles in supply chain optimization, analytics, operations strategy, and consulting.

Skills & Profile We're Looking For
To succeed in this internship, you should:
* Be a pre-final or final-year Bachelor's or Master's student in Supply Chain, Data Science, or related fields
* Be proficient in English (verbal and written)
* Have strong analytical and numerical skills
* Be accurate, organized, responsible, and able to work independently

🎓 Internship Details
* Suitable for: Bachelor's or Master's students
* Type: Pre-final or final-year (meewerkstage or afstudeerstage)
* Start period: September
* Location: Amgen Breda
* Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled at a (Dutch) University

🌱 What Amgen Offers
* Supportive onboarding and mentorship
* Monthly internship allowance
* Access to the Amgen Internship Program (orientation, Lunch & Learns, final poster session)
* International and diverse work environment
* Flexibility (office + hybrid)
* On-site gym, vitality programs, and healthy restaurant
* Opportunities to apply for temporary or permanent roles

🎟️ About the Open Day - Important Information
* There are limited spots available for the event.
* Hiring managers will personally select which students may attend.
* Selected students will receive confirmation during the week of 6 April.
* If you accept a spot, you must attend - otherwise, you may block an opportunity for another student who truly wants it.
* This internship will be one of four projects presented and discussed during the Open Day