People & Culture/ HR Intern

Do you thrive by making others happy and want to be the next guardian of our awesome Zoku culture? Then keep reading.

Zoku is a home for business travelers who want to live in a city for anywhere from a few days to a few months. We’re not your typical business hotel: we offer a relaxed place to stay, work and meet new people, while helping residents feel connected to the local scene. Our fresh take on hospitality has been recognized around the world with plenty of press attention and design awards.

We’re also proudly B Corp certified at all four of our locations (Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Paris and Vienna), which means we hold ourselves to high standards when it comes to social and environmental impact, transparency and accountability. At Zoku, you’ll join an international team of driven, proactive and fun-loving people who all share one thing: a passion for connecting people across the globe.

TELL ME MORE

During your Internship (starting February 2026) you will assist our People & Culture team in all processes along the whole employee circle and will be responsible for your own first HR projects. You will help to create an inspiring and engaging working environment, that makes a difference in the hospitality industry.

During your internship you will assist our People & Culture team in all processes along the whole employee circle and will be responsible for your own first HR projects.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As a versatile People & Culture Intern no day looks the same… but here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

Make others feel at home: You will be the first point of contact for new Zokus, by helping them officially onboard and adapt to life at Zoku.

Embrace your inner Shakespeare: Contributing to our HR communications, you will help our People & Culture team write internal announcements and respond to any candidate in the talent email inbox. 

Be an interview guru: You can put your recruitment skills to the test by helping to interview our future Zoku’s. You’ll be trained and mentored by our People & Culture team and will represent Zoku at job fairs. 

Plan legendary team outings: You always love a good party. Throughout the calendar year, you will help organize team events and celebration moments for our Zokus in Amsterdam.

WHAT MAKES THE INTERNSHIP UNIQUE?

• You'll be an HR all-rounder. From recruiting, learning & development, administration - you will cover all relevant topics. 

• You can bring your knowledge into practice. With an "Always Beta" mentality, you'll help to improve processes at Zoku.

• You'll get a second family. Become part of our Zoku community of fellow colleagues, residents and visitors.

• You'll be part of a purpose-driven company. We’re not just another workplace, but a second home where people thrive and have fun.

• You'll make a difference. As an important part of our team, you'll get plenty of responsibility and your ideas will be valued.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Internship allowance of €750 per month (based on full-time).

• 10 holiday days (per 6 months).

• Cool benefits like a night at Zoku for you and your +1, an Urban Sports Club subscription, various discounts and friends & family rates at all Zoku locations.

• A fun, young, multi-national company with colleagues from across the globe to meet, learn and grow with. 

• Fun events throughout the year to celebrate achievements and milestones.

• An internship at one of the 25 coolest hotels in the world, that feels like a second home and is purpose-driven.

• Get a personal Swapfiets or a travel allowance for your 1 KM+ work commute. Making your daily grind easier!

WE LOVE PEOPLE WHO...

• Work independently, have a pro-active mindset and great organisational skills.

• Can maintain a cool head and a warm smile whilst simultaneously managing a full list of tasks and projects.

• Have strong interest in company culture and HR processes.

• Are enthusiastic, friendly and have a good dose of humor.

• Have an entrepreneurial spirit, and like to discover new things.

• Can naturally connect to all kinds of people.

A FEW MUST HAVES

• You are a student who is looking to get valuable experience as an intern as part of your MBO+, HBO (college), master's degree, undergraduate degree or placement year ideally in the fields Human Resources or Hospitality.

• You are fluent in English, other languages are a plus.

• You are an EU resident or have a valid working and living permit for the Netherlands.

• You need to do a mandatory internship as part of your curriculum, minimum 6 months.

• You are available full-time / minimum of 40 hours per week.

• You are available to start in February 2026.