Verschueren Orgelbouw is an SBB-recognized training company. If you take a closer look at our site, you will see that our company has a rich history and stands for three core values: Craftsmanship, Ambition & Attention. Since 1891, these values have guided Verschueren Orgelbouw. We are proud to convey these values to our customers both domestically and internationally.

As of 2024, new organs are still being built, restored, and maintained. The ‘craft’ of organ building has existed for centuries and is the foundation of our work. We combine this craftsmanship with ambition by incorporating modern approaches and methods into the trade. Together with a personal approach and interaction with clients, we strive for a unique (final) result.

There is no formal education for the profession of organ builder in the Netherlands. Many of our employees have trained as woodworkers, furniture makers, or fine woodworkers. Others have backgrounds as musicologists, technical draftsmen, or Academy of Music graduates. The true skills of organ building are learned in practice. Typically, this means you learn the trade in a master-apprentice relationship, in which the master teaches you the craft and guides you through these processes.

As an organ builder, you are not only involved in woodworking. Leatherworking, metalworking, and electrical engineering are also part of our profession. It is important to us that you are willing to familiarize yourself with these aspects of our work.

Future Perspective: Since there is no formal education in the Netherlands, we, at Verschueren Orgelbouw, want to provide potential organ builders with the opportunity to follow an (internal) training program. We recognize that this industry is quickly ‘aging’, and essential information and expertise risk being lost. Passing on the craft to new generations is therefore vital for us. Perhaps to you?!

What You Can Expect:

• Personal guidance
• Interim evaluations
• As you progress, you will undertake more and more independent tasks
• Working with machines (saw, thickness planer, planer, milling, CNC)
• Learning to apply techniques, methods, and reading specifications and drawings
• Gaining insight into the complex technical workings of an organ
• Working in our workshop, as well as on location throughout the Netherlands and even abroad
• Working in an informal company environment
• Possible internship compensation
• An experienced and motivated team
  
  

What We Expect from You:

• You are familiar with the relevant safety regulations for working with machines
• You can work safely with the aforementioned machines, if applicable
• Reading (simple) technical drawings is not a problem for you
• You demonstrate ambition and commitment
• You have an eye for detail or are willing to develop this
• Interest in organs is a plus, but not a must
• You can reach our workshop in Ittervoort on your own
  
  

Are you curious whether you can complete your internship or learning opportunity with us after reading this information?
Please feel free to contact us!