
This internship offers engineering students a unique opportunity to develop advanced sensor fusion algorithms at Kennispark Twente, located right next to the University of Twente campus.
- Employer
- Xsens
- Location
- Enschede City, Enschede, OV
- Pay
- Not listed
- Hours
- Not listed
- Language
- English-friendly
- Apply method
- Company website + Student Jobs form
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Open until
- 7 Aug 2026
Our internship program gives you the opportunity to become a full member of the Xsens family. You will not only work with our innovative products, but you will also learn more about your strengths. An internship at Xsens gives you the opportunity to work on real projects and have loads of fun along the way.
Who is Xsens
Xsens is a leading full-stack provider of sensors, software, and analytics that enable the digitization of movement. Xsens serves the entertainment, health & sports, and automation & mobility markets. Our innovations enable our customers to capitalize on the value of movement by transforming data into meaningful and actionable insights. Partnering with leading global brands such as Electronic Arts, EPIC Games, 20th Century Studios, Netflix, Toyota, Siemens, and over 1000 sports organizations/research centers/universities, Xsens is creating extraordinary outcomes that move humanity forward. Xsens is a portfolio company of Francisco Partners, visit www.xsens.com to learn more.
Your assignment at Xsens
We currently have a very interesting and challenging internship/graduation assignment focusing on literature review, algorithm development, and testing. Are you looking for a project in this field, do not hesitate to apply! We would be happy to tell you more about the project at hand and see if it is a fit with what you are looking for.
Our office is located in Enschede, The Netherlands. We would prefer a student who is able to work from our office.
Please note that you actually need to be enrolled in a school or university in order to be considered for an internship. Almost or already graduated? Please take a look at our current vacancies or send in an open application.
Xsens is looking for an amibtious and self-motivated intern. Someone who thrives in an environment where your proactiveness is highly appreciated. The ideal candidate:
Has some experience with state estimation algorithms (Kalman filters or variations thereof) and optimization techniques.
Is pursuing a Master’s degree in Robotics, Systems and Control, or equivalent, and has a strong background in mathematics (espl. linear algebra).
Is familiar with basic programming, preferably on Python.
Takes initiative and is not shy to start a discussion or request support if required.
Has 3-4 months of time for the internship assignment.
Working at Xsens
We value ingenious ideas, no matter where they come from. We believe diverse thoughts, voices, and backgrounds make us stronger as a company. We know that it is through collaboration with people from all walks of life that we make the most positive impact as an organization.
Join Xsens’ innovative, ambitious, and international team, where your ideas and talents make an impact.
Good to know before applying
Located in the heart of the high-tech hub at Kennispark Twente, this internship at Xsens is exceptionally convenient for students from the University of Twente and Saxion University of Applied Sciences. The office is situated right next to the UT campus, meaning you can easily transition from a morning lecture to your internship within a five-minute bike ride. If you are commuting from the Enschede city centre or the lively Oude Markt area, the location is highly accessible by both bicycle and public transport, with the Enschede Kennispark train station nearby.
For international engineering and tech students, this role is highly suitable as the working environment is fully English-friendly. Working in this innovative ecosystem allows you to connect with other tech-minded students and professionals. After your working hours, you are just a short ride away from the vibrant student life in the city centre, making it easy to balance your academic requirements, practical experience, and social activities in Enschede.
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