At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.Joining AKQA Amsterdam means becoming part of a vibrant studio environment where creativity, culture, and collaboration thrive. We’re a team that embraces diverse perspectives, supports individual growth, and empowers emerging talent to shape the future of our industry.

As a Project Manager Intern at AKQA, you'll be immersed in the day-to-day rhythm of a world-class digital agency. Supporting the delivery team, you’ll help manage the full lifecycle of creative and digital projects, from concept to launch, while gaining exposure to global clients, cutting-edge work, and cross-functional teams. It’s a unique opportunity to take ownership, build confidence, and explore the dynamic world of creative project delivery. 

Located on the Herengracht canal in central Amsterdam, you will work in an environment that fosters a dynamic and meritocratic culture, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

As a valued member of the Delivery team, you’ll be entrusted with real responsibilities and support. You can expect to: 

• Support the day-to-day coordination of live projects across a range of creative and digital briefs, including external calls and stakeholder management as well as co-ordinating internal project calls.
• Help build and maintain project timelines, task lists, and status trackers that keep the team aligned.
• Work directly with strategists, creatives, designers to bring ideas to life.
• Own small project pipelines with guidance, tracking deliverables, organising documentation, and helping steer work toward completion.
• Contribute to the team’s success: your attention to detail, clarity, and energy will help projects run smoothly and enable teams do their best work.

What You’ll Learn

• How creative and design projects are managed from brief to execution in a global agency setting.
• Cross-functional collaboration with strategy, design, copywriting, development, and client service teams.
• Client communication best practices and internal project workflows.
• Project scoping, budgeting, and resourcing fundamentals.
• Practical experience working alongside experienced project managers and contributing to live projects for global brands.

Internship Perks

• Meaningful Contribution: You'll be a trusted team member, accountable for your work, just like everyone else.
• Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced project managers dedicated to your growth.
• Real-World Collaboration: Daily interaction with creatives, developers, strategists, and producers on live projects for global clients.
• Supportive Culture: A feedback-driven environment where you'll learn by doing and accelerate your development.
• Vibrant Workplace: A dynamic studio in central Amsterdam offering hybrid working, team lunches, talks, events, and more.
• Career Foundation: Develop foundational skills, expand your professional network, and shape your path in the creative industry.

QUALITIES AND CHARASTERISTICS

• A passion for digital, marketing and excellent work; an ability to identify potential, nurture it, and influence to drive work forward.
• A proactive, curious mindset and a genuine interest in digital, creative, or strategic work.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for learning in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. Spreadsheet, Jira, Figma) or the creative process is a plus.

EU working rights are required. Either through a EU Citizenship or Study Programme in the Netherlands.

This is a 5 days a week internship for a duration of 6 months.

Explore our extensive range of benefits here.

We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.