Finding a job in the Netherlands

I will be relocating to the Netherlands or I am new to the Netherlands and have yet to find work. I don’t speak Dutch and would be happy to receive any advice from you with regards to employment possibilities and opportunities in the Netherlands.

Where can I find information about international jobs in the Netherlands?

Will I be paid during my internship?

What kind of CV and cover letter is customary to support job applications in the Netherlands?

What steps should I take to prepare myself for my interview?

Where can I find job openings for students?

 

If you are a student and looking for a job, the following websites can be useful:

  • www.isic.nl/en/student-life/finding-a-student-job-in-the-netherlands/
  • www.stepstone.nl/en/
  • graduateland.com/s/part-time-jobs/netherlands
  • collegelife.nl/jobs/

Your university may have an overview of job openings for students in the area of your studies. If you have done an internship, you can also ask if that organisation has anything for you.

Aside from the websites listed above, the general tips in this section for finding a job can be useful for students too.

How can I find an internship?

What is the difference between an internship and a traineeship?