We are looking for a motivated IT Asset Management Intern to join our IT team based in Hoofddorp, Netherlands.

About Barentz

Barentz is the global specialty ingredients solution provider. The company sources branded specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers worldwide, and its ingredient experts provide value-added technical support, which includes pre-mixing, blending, ingredient formulation, and ingredient testing from its state-of-the-art, customized formulation centers and application laboratories in EMEA, Americas, and Asia-Pacific.

Established in 1953, Barentz has operations in more than 70 countries with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and a rapidly growing network in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. With a turnover of €2.4 billion, the company employs over 2,700 people worldwide and serves more than 27,000 customers. For more information, visit: www.barentz.com

At Barentz, our core values are the foundation of our success. They unite and inspire us, define our identity, and guide our daily efforts. We are one team with one goal, driven to achieve greatness together! Our core values: One Team, Knowledge-Driven, Strong Partners, Entrepreneurial, Change, and Integrity. If you’re passionate about these values and ready to make a difference, we want you on our team! Apply now and be a part of our exciting journey to achieve our purpose!

About this role

The intern works closely with IT Operations, Security, and Service Management teams to identify gaps in asset visibility, validate management coverage, and update the central asset register. This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of IT operations, security, and governance.

Key Objectives / Outcomes

By the end of the internship, the intern will have:

• Identified the gap between IT assets connected to the network and those recorded in the asset register

• Identified which network-connected IT assets are managed by centralized IT management tools (e.g., endpoint management, device management)

• Identified which network-connected IT assets are managed by centralized security tools (e.g., endpoint protection, vulnerability management)

• Updated and improved the accuracy of the central IT asset register with newly identified or corrected asset information

Key Responsibilities

Collect and analyse data from multiple sources, such as:

• Network discovery tools

• Endpoint management platforms

• Security tooling (e.g., endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning),

• IT service management (ITSM) / asset management systems

Compare discovered assets against the existing asset register to:

• Identify missing, outdated, or duplicate records

• Highlight unmanaged or partially managed devices

Categorize assets based on:

• Asset type (e.g., laptop, server, mobile device, network device)

• Management status (managed / unmanaged)

• Security coverage status

Update the asset register with:

• Correct ownership and device details

• Management and security status

• Supporting documentation where required

Document findings clearly, including:

• Identified gaps and risks

• Recommendations for improving asset visibility and management

Collaborate with IT Operations, Security, and Service Management teams to validate findings and align on remediation steps.