At JOST, young talents have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that directly support the company's evolution. This is the case for Samuel Vanden Sande, an intern in the IT department, who applied his skills to a digitalization project while gaining valuable professional experience.

A First Professional Experience Full of Learning Opportunities

As part of his Bachelor's degree in Application Development, Samuel joined JOST for his final internship. His academic background enabled him to develop applications across multiple platforms, including mobile, web and desktop environments.

Beyond the technical skills acquired during his internship, what stood out most to Samuel was the level of autonomy he was given. From day one, he was encouraged to take initiative and organize his work independently while receiving support whenever needed.

This trust allowed him to develop a more mature approach to problem-solving and project management.

Contributing to the Digitalization of JOST's Processes

During his internship, Samuel worked on a project aimed at modernizing operational processes related to vehicle management.

Today, some procedures still rely on paper-based documents completed by drivers when collecting and returning vehicles. These processes can be time-consuming and sometimes lead to incomplete or difficult-to-process information.

The objective of the project is therefore to digitalize these workflows through an application directly integrated into the PDAs used by drivers.

This solution helps improve data quality, streamline operations and facilitate the monitoring of activities in the field.

An Application Designed for Drivers

The project goes beyond administrative vehicle management.

Another important aspect focuses on driver training. Client requirements, procedures and operational guidelines can change frequently, making access to up-to-date information essential.

The application will help centralize resources and provide drivers with easy access to important information directly from their professional devices.

This approach contributes to greater operational efficiency while simplifying access to knowledge in the field.

A Supportive Team Environment

For Samuel, one of the highlights of his experience at JOST was the strong team spirit.

From the moment he arrived, he felt welcomed and supported by his colleagues. Whenever he encountered a complex challenge, experienced team members were available to guide him and share their expertise.

This collaborative environment played a key role in making his internship both rewarding and educational.

Beyond the professional aspect, Samuel also appreciated the friendly atmosphere and the sense of belonging that characterizes JOST.

Artificial Intelligence: A Partner Rather Than a Replacement

As artificial intelligence continues to shape the technology sector, Samuel has a pragmatic vision of its role in the future of software development.

Rather than seeing AI as a threat, he believes it will become an essential tool for developers. During his internship, he used AI primarily as a learning companion, helping him validate ideas and challenge his reasoning.

Instead of relying on AI to provide immediate answers, he sees it as a valuable resource for learning, improving and developing problem-solving skills.

An Experience Focused on the Future

As his internship comes to an end, Samuel reflects positively on the projects he contributed to, the trust he received and the knowledge he gained along the way.

His experience allowed him to strengthen both his technical expertise and his autonomy while contributing to JOST's digital transformation.

His journey perfectly embodies the spirit of Young Talents, a series dedicated to highlighting the young professionals helping to shape the future of JOST.