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Rijkswaterstaat & Delta Works Flood Defense Engineering Practicum

Six-month master's graduation internship based at Rijkswaterstaat evaluating storm surge barrier maintenance, sluice gate mechanics, and sea level rise adaptations.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Passed first-year coursework in HZ water or engineering master's program
English language proficiency
English B2/C1
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required
Thesis / Research statement
Graduation research proposal approved by HZ examination committee
Recommendation letters
Academic mentor confirmation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
Industry internship allowance (€600–€850/month)
Application fee
€0
Tuition / joining costs
Curricular graduation placement

Dates and verification

Application deadline
April 1, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official HZ University of Applied Sciences documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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