Introduction

AkzoNobel’s many products help create a difference to every day life. Our activities are organized in twenty business units. Operating close to the market, these independent international businesses generate billions of Euros in sales.We are the biggest global coatings manufacturer and the number one in decorative paints and performance coatings, as well as being a major worldwide supplier of specialty chemicals. Did you know for instance that one out of every three aircraft in the world is painted with our coatings? And that the many high quality specialty chemicals we produce give unique qualities to numerous products that all of us use in every day life? For instance, we provide paper producers with additives that not only make paper stronger, but also improve ink absorption and help to speed up the printing process. In fact, you could come across our products anywhere in the world without even realizing it.You will understand that our 60,000 employees are proud of our company. A lot of attention is paid to people, their development and giving them the opportunity to contribute to the company’s results. Taking initiative is both appreciated and encouraged. Thus, real creativity is given a chance to make a difference.

Orientation possibilities

There are several possibilities or events which allow students the opportunity to get to know AkzoNobel, such as theAkzoNobel Masterclass, AkzoNobel Technology meets Marketing business course, AkzoNobel Masters of Industrybusiness course, internships, company visits, in-house days, career days and fairs, workshops, presentations and brochures. Please visit our Internet site www.akzonobel.nl/careers to learn more about these activities.

Career opportunities

At AkzoNobel, there are a number of entry-level positions for which we continuously hire graduates, such as: Assistant Controller, Junior Auditor, Treasurer, Junior Product Manager, Area Management Assistant, Junior Account/Sales Manager and (International) Business Analyst.

Application procedure

You can only apply online for a job at AkzoNobel via our website www.akzonobel.nl/how_to_apply Go to the on-line application form and enter your personal details. Upload your resume, passport photo, list of grades and letter of motivation. Without these documents, we cannot process your application.

Data selection by recruiter.

Assessment tests; when passed, an interview with Recruitment will follow.

Interview(s) and assessment center (depending on position) by business unit(s).

Contact

Akzo Nobel Nederland bv

Campus Recruitment & Talent ManagementPostbus 9300

6800 SB Arnhem

Tel.: 026 3664203

www.akzonobel.nl

recruitment-nederland@akzonobel.com

Kerngegevens

Hoofdkantoor: Amsterdam

Medewerkers wereldwijd: 60.000

Medewerkers in Nederland: 5.000

WO starters per jaar: 50

WO stagiaires per jaar: 100

Wereldwijde omzet: € 15.4 billion