Canal Motorboats

Ahoy future intern!

Looking for an exciting internship in Amsterdam? Join our dock team and explore the world of boat rentals, business management, and hospitality in the capital. Receive a competitive internship allowance, become fluent in English, and work alongside the friendliest colleagues.

Where will you be interning?

We are located at 4 locations in Amsterdam and growing rapidly. Our fleet consists of a total of 57 self-navigable boats and 6 large boats. This is divided between our two boat rental companies: Canal Motorboats and Eco Boats Amsterdam. If you apply with us, you will intern at both boat rental companies. No day will be the same!

Fun fact: Canal Motorboats has been around since 1996, making it the longest-standing boat rental company in Amsterdam.

What will you be doing?

  • Participating in customer acquisition and boat rental
  • Providing explanations about safety rules
  • Offering remote assistance to our guests
  • Gaining knowledge of various sales techniques
  • Hands-on experience in website management
  • Learning about social media marketing strategies
  • Managing and optimizing booking systems
  • Learning to handle complaints
  • Immersing yourself in branding strategies

Who are you?

  • Studying business management or hospitality
  • Presentable and customer-oriented
  • Independent and responsible
  • Looking to enhance your English language skills
  • Experience in the hospitality industry is a plus

What do you get?

  • The most exciting internship in Amsterdam
  • The opportunity to become fluent in English
  • Competitive internship allowance
  • Daily opportunities for new experiences
  • Fun company outings and a friendly team

Apply for the internship

At Canal Motorboats, we look forward to welcoming you and providing you with an internship experience like no other. Join for an internship where you’ll not only improve your professional skills but also discover Amsterdam in an unforgettable way!

Email your motivation and CV to info@canalmotorboats.com

Where can you find us?

What do our customers say?

Do you have a question?

We offer 3 options:
  1. Rent a private boat and sail yourself
  2. Rent a private boat with a skipper for 30 people
  3. Public boat tours of 1 hour

We are open every day, all year round. These are our opening hours:
  • Monday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Friday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 22:00

In addition to the regular boat fee, we are required to charge city tax at €2.50 per person. This applies to all boat rental companies in Amsterdam.

Yes, we provide enjoyable corporate outings, friend outings, team-building events, and family outings. We can organize a fun scavenger hunt, catering, or for example, go plastic fishing during the boat trip. Rent multiple small boats that you can sail yourself or choose for a private cruise boat with a captain and space for 30 people.

Of course! Every year we have some great offers during popular events such as King's Day, Amsterdam Gay pride and Amsterdam Light Festival. The rental of the boats usually starts 4 to 6 months in advance. So, make sure to book in advance to secure a boat.

Available boats

  • Small boats that you can sail yourself
  • Private canal boats with a captain and space for 30 people
  • Tickets for the large canal cruise boats

Do you need to sail yourself or is there a captain?

Please note: on King's Day, you always rent a boat with a captain. You can rent both the small boats and the large private canal cruise boat with space for 30 people. On other holidays/events, you are allowed to sail yourself.

Food and drinks

Regarding food and drinks on King's Day and Gay Pride: On the small boats where you are the captain, you may bring your own food and drinks. On the large boats (30-person boats), it's only allowed to bring your own food. We will arrange the drinks for you.  

Plastic fishing is only possible when you rent a boat to sail yourself. You can book plastic fishing with us for a low rate of €3 per person. You will receive all the necessary equipment on board to fish for plastic from the canals during your boat trip, including nets and garbage bags. It’s not only a lot of fun, but also good for the environment!

You can choose from various locations in Amsterdam. Please note: where you pick up the boat, you must also return the boat. Check all directions to our boat rentals.
  • Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam
  • Westerdoksdijk 705, 1013 BX Amsterdam
  • Nassaukade 341, 1053LZ Amsterdam
  • Polonceaukade 20, 1014 DA Amsterdam

Canal Motorboats is one of the most affordable boat rental companies in the city. You can rent a boat that you can sail yourself starting from €100 for 2 hours. Each additional hour is €50 per hour. This way, you can decide how long you want to cruise the canals. Check our rates for more information.

Yes, life jackets for children are available for free. Are you with a large group of children? Please contact us beforehand to make sure we have enough life jackets available.
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Opening hours

Mon till sun: 10 am – 1o pm

Discover Amsterdam with Canal Motorboats

Option 1: Sail yourself without a license
Option 2: Buy a sightseeing tour ticket
Option 3: Private cruise with a captain
Lowest rates
Multiple boarding locations
Around Amsterdam city center
Guaranteed a fun day
Perfect for group outings
All boats are electric
+ 31 (0) 20 422 70 07