Start your career transformation and shape the future with us

During this hands-on traineeship programme, you will dive into real-world challenges while working in interdisciplinary and diverse teams. We will change the way you look at collaboration and provide you with the tools to drive positive impact.

Language: English

Mode of study: Full-time from Monday to Thursday (32 hrs/week)

Cohort size: max. 40 people

LEARNING TRACK

The program focuses on four key areas:

• Creative applied research: Learn to transform ideas into insights through design-driven research and create solutions from your findings.
• Makers skills & Mindset: Work with tools that bring ideas to life and develop skills to turn concepts into reality.
• Scrum & Agile: Learn to work in fast-paced teams, iterate quickly, and deliver results in complex projects.
• Personal development: Find your strengths, set goals, and shape your path.

Among others, the workshops you’ll join are: Makers masterclasses, Speculative design, Design thinking, Ethics, Intercultural & interdisciplinary working, Prototyping mindset, Creative storytelling, Transformation design.

Ready to transform your career?

For Fall 2025:

Non-Schengen citizens: 30 April
Schengen citizens: 31 May

For Spring 2026:

Non-Schengen citizens: 30 September
Schengen citizens: 31 October

Please note: To be eligible for student housing, you must apply BEFORE the first week of October (for Spring) or the first week of May (for Fall).

Our programme is a full-time commitment. Please note that trainees cannot be employed by a third party for the complete duration of the programme. Extraordinary cases may be discussed during the interview process. 

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Competencies:  

• You are a critical and independent learner;
• You have knowledge and insights about the latest pressing social challenges or technological advancements.
• You can design, perform, analyse and report both in writing and orally on complex topics.
• You are willing to challenge your perceptions of the current growth-driven and technology-centred society.
• You are open-minded and collaborative, and you have an adaptable mindset.

If you do not meet all the admission requirements but believe you have enough demonstrable skills and competencies, we encourage you to continue your application process. 

Once your application is reviewed, you may receive an invitation for an interview. If the interview is successful, you will be invited to join the programme. When you accept the invitation, we will guide you through the next steps necessary to begin with the programme.