Ormit Talent & Buildwise - AI Traineeship

Are you smarter than AI? Handy. But we’re looking for people who see data and AI as a partner in their quest for impact. Buildwise, the innovation center for the construction sector, is looking for trainees who know there’s always more to learn.  

A traineeship with Ormit Talent at Buildwise is not just a job. It’s a paid two-year program where you’ll rotate through three challenging assignments that get progressively more complex. We shape leaders who want to challenge the status quo by focusing on 
self-development first. Do you have a knack for AI and data and are you ready to sharpen your people skills? Then this traineeship is for you.  

Your future job  

At Buildwise, you'll have a real-life impact on Belgium’s construction industry. Every project will push you to apply AI in ways that matter, both to Buildwise and the industry, and your growth. Here’s what makes this traineeship not just another traineeship:   

• Being at the forefront of innovation. In one assignment, you might design AI-driven tools that use real-time data from drones to track construction site progress. Or perhaps you'll develop chatbots for contractors, automating repetitive tasks and speeding up client response times. 

• A tight-knit community of industry experts, tech coaches, and fellow trainees. You’ll work closely with AI experts who live and breathe data and AI.  

• Getting to work in an AI playground and spreading the love. AI is not just a buzzword at Buildwise. It’s the tool you’ll use every day. Your enthusiasm for AI should be contagious, fuelling innovation within the company.  

• Real-life projects with impact you can explain. The kind of work that might even get your grandparents nodding in understanding.  

• Getting hands-on experience. You’ll work across departments, get exposure to the entire ecosystem of construction and AI applications, and work directly with Buildwise members.  

• Having a position in a company that is not all about profits, but all about innovation.

Benefits you won’t find in any other traineeship  
A traineeship with Ormit Talent at Buildwise is packed with perks. Here’s what you’ll get:   

• A unique blend of personal growth, leadership, and skill-building with monthly coaching and career coaching  

• A mentor at Ormit Talent and at Buildwise and a support network of coaches, colleagues, and fellow trainees 

• 20% of your time is reserved for training in both tech and people skills  

• A ​​competitive salary including a smartphone, laptop, and car with a fuel card or green option  
   

About Buildwise

Buildwise is the Belgian innovation center of the construction sector. They do scientific and technical research for the benefit of their members, supply technical information, assistance, and advice. By using the power of AI and data they also contribute to the general innovation and development in the construction sector. And that’s where you come in! You’ll work on projects that push Buildwise and the construction sector forward. 
 

The members of Buildwise are the more than 90,000 Belgian construction companies like general contractors, carpenters, glaziers, plumbers, roofers, floorers, plasterers, painters …  
 
Buildwise isn’t here to cash in on the latest tech trends. They’re about making a lasting impact on the entire construction sector and their members. And they have also taken on a leading role in transitioning the building industry to a more sustainable industry. You work with a team that’s driven by purpose, not profit margins This is your space to grow, experiment, and think bigger. A traineeship at Buildwise is not just another traineeship. It’s a chance to lead change. 

Your talents: Is it you we’re looking for?  

Curious, driven, and ready to make AI or data practical? We’re looking for someone who wants to bring AI to life in a real-world setting. Here’s what we’re looking for:  

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data, computer science, AI or equivalent.  

• A growth mindset: Yes, we start with this one. Because you can’t know everything already. Curiosity and willingness to learn is what matters most. 

• A solid foundation in data, AI, computer science, or research and familiarity with data visualization tools such as PowerBI, SQL …  

• Advanced knowledge of Python and a solid understanding of statistics is a must, and if you know your way around machine learning, generative AI, Computer vision, robotics, or data analysis, that’s a plus. 

• Multilingualism: We’re looking for candidates who are fluent in either Dutch or French and have an A2 level in the other with a willingness to improve. Why? Because communicating with your colleagues will be key for your challenges. The Ormit Talent training sessions are in English.  

• An empathic inspirator and problem solver: You need to be cool with working solo when needed, but also thrive in collabs across departments. You don’t just have technical skills, but can also connect with others and inspire them to embrace AI and data.  

Not able to check all the boxes? No problem. If you have a strong interest in data or AI and are eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.  

Questions? Let’s solve them together. 

Get in touch. We’re just one email away: recruitment@ormittalent.be