Welcome, Thom!

Hey Thom! Great to have you here. Could you briefly introduce yourself?

Hi! I’m Thom, 22 years old, and I live in Delden. I study Software Development at ROC van Twente in Enschede. I’m in my fourth year and currently doing my graduation internship at vPlan.

How would you describe yourself in three words?

Authentic, sociable, and relaxed.

Can you tell us something about your studies?

I am learning to develop and design software, with a focus on games. By programming games, I practice structures and learn how software is built and how to create good designs.🎮

Why did you choose to do an internship at vPlan?

Already during the first interview, I immediately felt at ease. The openness and the pleasant atmosphere within the company were noticeable right away. At vPlan, I get the opportunity to be part of the team process. I am given responsibilities, work with deadlines, and take over tasks from colleagues.

What project will you mainly be working on?

I am working in the development department. My main task is to migrate the vPlan app to Flutter. This will allow the app to be used on Android, iOS, and Windows. In the first weeks, I worked on the notification system, bug fixes, and small new features.📱

What are you most looking forward to during your internship?

I mainly want to learn what it’s like to work in a team. I find collaboration and communication important. I also look forward to the camaraderie with colleagues and working on great products.

What do you like to do in your free time outside of studying?

In my free time, I try to go to the gym as often as possible for strength training. I also enjoy playing games.

Do you have a fun fact about yourself that we should know?

Haha, I play in a semi-professional e-sports team in the game VALORANT. We train several times a week online, and sometimes I even get flown out for tournaments across Europe! ✈️

What always makes you happy?

A good cup of coffee and a nice chat. I may be a developer, but I really value social interaction!

What are your plans or dreams after your studies?

I don’t know exactly yet. Maybe I’ll pursue a level 5 or 6 program, or stick around somewhere. My dream is to eventually build my own framework or engine.💻